Challenge School

Challenge School

Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-8
9659 E Mississippi Ave,  Denver, CO
Dayton Triangle Neighborhood
Cherry Creek School District
3.6
3.4
563 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Edie Alvarez
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Math Proficiency
83%
Reading Proficiency
88%

Niche Grade

A
Academics
A+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Academics
Reading Proficiency
88%
Math Proficiency
83%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
34
Full Time Teachers
34
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.7%

GreatSchools Rating

10
Test Scores
10
Equity
Source: GreatSchools
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Test Scores

Math
88.3%
State Average
25%
Science
73.4%
State Average
30.7%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
269:1

Student Diversity

Male
54%
Female
46%
White
36.4%
Asian or Pacific Islander
27.6%
Black
16.7%
Two or more races
10.2%
Hispanic
8.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#6 Best Public MS in Colorado
#10 Best Public MS Teachers in Colorado
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 9 Reviews
1.0 Parent
9/30/2023
The teachers of the middle school are really not interested in student success. The administration and staff is really really really bad. Poor communication from the administration and the school doesn't create a good positive environment for students. The administration is least interested in students growth or provide any other opportunity.
5.0 NicheUser
10/29/2019
Ignore the other reviews about Challenge School, it is the best Elementary/Middle School in Colorado. The alumni from this school have been prepared for high school more than any other students from schools in all of Colorado. This school teaches kids more than any other school and the amount of kids in the school lets them know the other students better. 10/10 school
5.0 Middle School Student
4/30/2019
Ignore all the bad reviews about this school I am a current student in 7th grade. Some parents are upset about behavioural issues their child had and the new principle is getting bad light because people aren't open to change. The school is an amazing place to learn and grow. The teachers really care about the students and it shows from the first day in the hallways helping out students with their lockers and items to the last helping them by giving tips and advice for next year and high school. The school is very diverse and though may be a little over stimulating at first everybody finds a place and fits in well. The students here also show the same compassion for each other that the teachers do. If students are feeling bummed out or upset there are always people there helping them. If you are afraid that your child isn't "smart enough" first let me tell you that your wrong. Challenge provides many opportunities to help students show how smart they really are.
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3.4 26 Reviews
5.0 student
1/23/2024
This school is a great place to be. As of this writing, I am halfway through my 8th grade year, and I am learning so many things. Big shoutout to Mrs. Eggleston for teaching us algebra in an interesting way. The location is a little out of the way, and a bit cumbersome to deal with if you have child...
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1.0 parent
9/30/2023
The school doesn't have good academics, sports, music or clubs. Really bad school with poor location. The school leaders don't care about student success nor they care about students growth or opportunities. The administration and support staff are rude and not welcoming. The school teachers are ave...
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1.0 parent
9/22/2023
The teachers of the school are not dedicated. They don't look out for the best interest of the kids but have bias towards students. The administration is really bad and the teachers are not best among CCSD. The environment is not challenging but rather demotivates students. Don't recommend this scho...
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2.0 parent
8/16/2023
The principal of the school is horrible. Doesnt support students. Is extremely rude with parents. He needs to leave Challenge. The school is not worth the drive. The prinicpal and teachers dont see students best interest. Very sad experience and unfortunate to see such poor administration. The prini...
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Challenge School

Challenge School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-8 in Denver, CO and is served by the Cherry Creek School District in Colorado. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 563 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 83% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 88% are proficient in reading. Challenge School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $340,145. Discover additional schools in the area, like The Institute of Science and Technology at the Overland-Prairie Campus, Aurora Central High School, Aurora West College Preparatory Academy, and more. Learn more about what Denver has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Challenge School.

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