The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was lower than the Colorado state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥50% (which was lower than the Colorado state average of 89%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (13-14)
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers (15-16)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)<50%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥50%
89%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
(13-14)n/a
1%
Asian
(13-14)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(13-14)45%
33%
Black
(13-14)n/a
5%
White
(13-14)55%
55%
Hawaiian
(13-14)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(13-14)n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch (11-12)
18%
34%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% CO state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 89% CO state average).
How many students attend Robert Denier Youth Services Center?
11 students attend Robert Denier Youth Services Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Robert Denier Youth Services Center students are White, and 45% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Robert Denier Youth Services Center offer ?
Robert Denier Youth Services Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Denier Youth Services Center part of?
Robert Denier Youth Services Center is part of Durango School District No. 9-R.
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