Serving 266 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hallett Academy 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 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hallett Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Hallett Academy's student population of 266 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hallett Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hallett Academy is 0.54, 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
#1604 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
17%
36%
Black
65%
5%
White
7%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hallett Academy's ranking?
Hallett Academy is ranked #1604 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Hallett Academy often compared to?
Hallett Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Elementary School, Stedman Elementary 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 32% CO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Hallett Academy?
266 students attend Hallett Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hallett Academy students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hallett Academy?
Hallett Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hallett Academy offer ?
Hallett Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hallett Academy part of?
Hallett Academy is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Hallett Academy located?
Hallett Academy is located in the Northeast neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 40 other public schools located in Northeast.
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