McGlone Academy

McGlone Academy

Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School | Grade Pre-K-8
4500 Crown Blvd,  Denver, CO
Montbello Neighborhood
Denver Public Schools
3.4
885 Students
C
Niche Grade
As a Montbello Children’s Network member, McGlone Academy is dedicated to closing the gap in achievement and becoming a top performer among Colorado schools. It has made significant gains even during difficult times. The school aims for students to leave biliterate in English and Spanish, skilled in science, technology and mathematics, and with an appreciation for the arts. There was a time when McGlone Academy, then known as Roy McGlone Elementary, was ranked among the lowest performing schools in Denver. The school underwent dramatic and successful changes and became the thriving school it is today, serving students from Early Childhood Education to the eighth grade. Students are supported by a team including a nurse, social worker, speech pathologist and school psychologist. The school requires uniforms, but the guidelines are simple and relaxed enough to accommodate everyone. A fantastic and creative playground and middle school sports are offered to build strong bodies, foster teamwork and encourage play. McGlone Academy’s vision is to foster empathy and wisdom while promoting student achievement.

School Details

Head of School
Sara Gips Goodall
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
8%
Reading Proficiency
10%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
C+
Teachers
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
10%
Math Proficiency
8%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
56
Full Time Teachers
56
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%

GreatSchools Rating

1
Test Scores
3
Equity
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Test Scores

Math
3.2%
State Average
25%
Science
2.9%
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
858:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.6%
Female
48.4%
Hispanic
80.2%
Black
9.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
7.1%
White
1.6%
Two or more races
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.4 5 Reviews
1.0 parent
5/30/2025
This school has no respect the teachers constantly harassing my child never calls when something happens to my child they only call if my child has done something to get in trouble DO NOT SEND YOUR CHILDREN HERE PRINCIPAL IS NO HELP (Mr. Cifuentes) .
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5.0 teacher
9/11/2015
This is an innovative school that teaches 21st century skills in a meaningful way. There is no rote memorization but rather connected and deep learning. I was at this school for two years and left thinking that it was typical and I could find something similar. There is no other school quite like it...
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5.0 teacher
9/11/2015
McGlone Elementary is a school that places students and teachers first. McGlone is an incredible turnaround school which has improved tremendously each year. Students experience joy and high rigor in each class. As a teacher at McGlone I love that we place high value on each individual student and w...
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5.0 parent
8/26/2014
My son loves McGlone elementary. He has been to DCIS Ford, and Maxwel and neither of those elementaries compare to McGlone. They are very hands on and proactive! I'd recommend this school to anyone!
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McGlone Academy

McGlone Academy is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-8 in Denver, CO and is served by the Denver Public Schools in Colorado. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 885 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 8% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 10% are proficient in reading. McGlone Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $440,070. Discover additional schools in the area, like Montbello High, Northeast Early College, Robert F. Smith STEAM Academy, and more. Learn more about what Denver has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near McGlone Academy.

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