Northfield High School

Northfield High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
5500 CENTRAL PARK Blvd,  Denver, CO
Central Park Neighborhood
Denver Public Schools
4.2
4.4
1,570 Students
A
Niche Grade
Northfield High School (NHS), serving ninth through twelfth grades, is an International Baccalaureate School. It’s known for offering progressive, challenging, and exciting academic programs. It also offers opportunities for students to participate in athletic programs, extracurricular activities, and electives. Northfield follows the Denver Public School system’s high school graduation requirements. The school’s Career Connect program provides engaging, project-based courses, and experiential learning classes with college credit in business, engineering, computer technology, and biomedical sciences. Through these courses, students attain industry experience, professional skills, and industry certifications. Other programs offered at Northfield High School include arts, technology, gifted and talented courses, world languages, physical fitness, IB Courses, and AP Courses. Counseling is also available for every student that attends Northfield. Whether a student needs academic tutoring, help with scheduling, or filling out a college application, they can find the aid they seek at Northfield High School. Parents and families are always welcome to get involved by volunteering or partaking in the school’s meetings and events. Northfield is an inclusive school, encouraging student creativity, self-awareness, independence, and collaboration among peers with various interests. Teachers at Northfield High School strive to inspire students to become enthusiastic lifelong learners, problem solvers, and effective communicators.

School Details

Head of School
Amy Bringedahl
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
28
Math Proficiency
45%
Reading Proficiency
64%
Average GPA
3.53
Graduation Rate
94%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.53
Reading Proficiency
64%
Math Proficiency
45%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
110
Full Time Teachers
110
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
600
Verbal
610
Average ACT
28
Math
26
English
29
Reading
30
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

4
Equity
9
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
21.5%
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
413:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.9%
Female
49.1%
White
45.6%
Hispanic
30.4%
Black
13.6%
Two or more races
7.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Colorado Boulder 528 Students
Colorado State University 398 Students
University of Colorado Denver 214 Students
Metropolitan State University of Denver 210 Students
University of Denver 176 Students
University of Northern Colorado 156 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 141 Students
University of Colorado - Colorado Springs 120 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 114 Students
Arizona State University 108 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 223 Students
Psychology 118 Students
Biology 107 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 83 Students
Marketing 66 Students
Nursing 62 Students
Computer Science 50 Students
Political Science and Government 47 Students
Pre-Law Studies 47 Students
Finance 46 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 61 Reviews
3.0 Senior
4/24/2025
High school was one of the most memorable chapters of my life. It was where I really started to figure out who I was and who I wanted to become. I have made friendships that helped me through a lot and, and those memories became some of the most meaningful parts of my experience.
5.0 Sophomore
4/24/2025
Here at Northfield High school as a LGBTQ+ student, i feel valued and cared about with my teachers and academics. Peers are very supportive and strive to allow me to be the best i can be, mainly with academics. This response can be represented through all students across the board at this school.
4.0 Junior
4/4/2025
Northfield is such a large school with so many courses and clubs that you can find your place even if it is difficult since high school always is.
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4.4 19 Reviews
5.0 student
5/31/2025
I spent 9th-11th grade in DSST: Conservatory Green High School and moved to Northfield for senior year, and I could not have asked for a better experience! Here's why:I love the block schedule of four 90-min classes a day (except Mondays) because it's less stressful and you get more done in class. Y...
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3.0 parent
4/25/2024
Overall we were very disappointed in Northfield HS and ultimately decided to leave after a year. Feels like they are still managing their rapid growth so a lot of logistical aspects were very disorganized. Kids seem to feel very disassociated from the school and there's little enthusiasm for school...
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5.0 parent
7/7/2023
Can't say enough good things about this school. The best DPS school and one of the best in the state. State champs in so many things and academics are wonderful.
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5.0 parent
3/9/2022
Northfield is a growing school and offers a fantastic education and excellent culture.
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Northfield High School

Northfield High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Denver, CO and is served by the Denver Public Schools in Colorado. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,570 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 45% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 64% are proficient in reading. Northfield High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.53, the graduation rate is 94%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $877,027. Discover additional schools in the area, like Williamsburg Academy of Colorado, Adams City High School, Lester R Arnold High School, and more. Learn more about what Denver has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Northfield High School.

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