Serving 572 students in grades 9-12, Northeast Early College ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northeast Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northeast Early College's student population of 572 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Montbello Warriors
School Rankings
Northeast Early College ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northeast Early College is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1524 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
77%
36%
Black
12%
5%
White
4%
50%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Montbello Warriors
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast Early College's ranking?
Northeast Early College is ranked #1524 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Northeast Early College often compared to?
Northeast Early Collegeis often viewed alongside schools like Montbello High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northeast Early College?
The graduation rate of Northeast Early College is 75-79%, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Northeast Early College?
572 students attend Northeast Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Northeast Early College students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast Early College?
Northeast Early College has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northeast Early College offer ?
Northeast Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northeast Early College part of?
Northeast Early College is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Northeast Early College located?
Northeast Early College is located in the Montbello neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 15 other public schools located in Montbello.
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