Montbello High

Montbello High

Public Middle, High School | Grade 6-12
5000 Crown Blvd,  Denver, CO
Montbello Neighborhood
Denver Public Schools
4.0
946 Students
C-
Niche Grade
Montbello High School graduated its last class and closed its doors in 2014. Located at 5000 Crown Blvd., it had been at the heart of the neighborhood for over thirty years and its loss was keenly felt by the community. Residents rallied, and in August of 2022, Montbello High School reopened its doors. Students who formerly attended DCIS-Montbello and Noel Community Arts School will now be proud Montbello High School Warriors. For many, this is the chance to graduate from the same school their parents attended. Many of their teachers are also alumni. Over the summer of 2022 the auditorium, gymnasium, and pool were renovated, and temporary classroom pods moved to the northwest corner of the campus. Over the next two years, construction will continue on a brand new and exciting campus with an eye to the future. The new high school offers Advanced Placement Courses, a comprehensive athletics program, and the opportunity for artists to earn a graduation cord through the National Art Honor Society. Students may also earn college credits towards an associates degree tuition free alongside their high school classwork. In a school merging two student bodies, in a building that is under construction, students will no doubt face challenges. Dedicated teachers and administration, in cooperation with a community that doesn’t know how to give up, will ensure that they meet them.

School Details

Head of School
Trent Sharp
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
950
Average ACT Score
19
Math Proficiency
5%
Reading Proficiency
13%
Average GPA
3.2
Graduation Rate
82%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
C+
Teachers
C-
College Prep
C-
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.2
Reading Proficiency
13%
Math Proficiency
5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
70
Full Time Teachers
70
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
950
Math
480
Verbal
470
Average ACT
19
Math
20
English
18
Reading
19
Science
20
Number of AP Courses
4
AP Pass Rate
5.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

3
Equity
2
College Readiness
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Test Scores

Math
3.8%
State Average
25%
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
468:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.7%
Female
48.3%
Hispanic
75%
Black
14.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
3.5%
White
2.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2%
Two or more races
1.9%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Metropolitan State University of Denver 158 Students
Colorado State University 131 Students
University of Colorado Denver 110 Students
University of Denver 89 Students
University of Northern Colorado 82 Students
University of Colorado Boulder 76 Students
Community College of Denver 67 Students
Regis University 65 Students
Community College of Aurora 65 Students
University of Colorado - Colorado Springs 53 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 36 Students
Nursing 33 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 20 Students
Criminology 20 Students
Psychology 17 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 16 Students
Biology 15 Students
Engineering 14 Students
Computer Science 12 Students
Cosmetology 12 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 36 Reviews
5.0 Senior
1/3/2022
I have been attending DCIS at Montbello since I was in 6th grade. I have always enjoyed the diversity in the school. I enjoyed the different classes that were offered and the many opportunities that all of us were offered. We were given the chance to take concurrent enrollment classes. DCIS at Montbello also offered us many opportunities to travel to different countries and be able to experience different cultures. Unfortunately because of the circumstances we are facing right now, we are not able to travel. Again because the whole world took a break for a while and we were forced to do school from home it became very hard for students as well as teachers. I feel that at DCIS we were still able to work together and persevere through the challenges. I felt extremely supported by my peers, teachers, and faculty.
3.0 Senior
11/11/2019
DCIS is a good school but can be better. I have been a student for 4 years and will graduate in May 2020. I like the a lot of the teachers.At the school we could have more electives and variety of classes to take. We need more options They are really dedicated and want the students to succeed. The sports at the school are not good. All the schools in our area play under the Far-northeast Warriors and their is not a lot of structure in the program. I think we have good administrators we are trying to change the school to make it better for everyone. Our school is mostly Hispanics. I am a black student who sometimes feels like the school is carted to one set of students. I like the school overall but some things can be done better.
4.0 Senior
2/5/2019
I grew up in Montbello and it was probably the closest high school to me. That isn't the reason on why I attended and love DCIS at Montbello. Its an international school with great travel opportunities, you can learn a new language, and gain a great education with some of the greats teachers.
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Montbello High

Montbello High is a public school for students in grades 6-12 in Denver, CO and is served by the Denver Public Schools in Colorado. The school has a total enrollment of 946 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 13% are proficient in reading. Montbello High has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.2, the graduation rate is 82%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 950 and an ACT score of 19. The average home value in this area is $444,480. Discover additional schools in the area, like Robert F. Smith STEAM Academy, Northeast Early College, Vista Academy, and more. Learn more about what Denver has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Montbello High.

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