About the Data
This guide uses data from Denver Public Schools, the Colorado Department of Education, individual school websites, and Colorado Open Records Act requests. If you find any errors, please let us know. Keep in mind that corrections may be needed on other websites as well.
About the School
DGS Northfield provides students with an engaging learning experience, that is focused on real-world issues. Through our excursion program and with a broad lens of sustainability, we leverage meaningful learning opportunities that bring the most out of our students. Families remark that the school's focus on creating a joyful culture,...
DGS Northfield provides students with an engaging learning experience, that is focused on real-world issues. Through our excursion program and with a broad lens of sustainability, we leverage meaningful learning opportunities that bring the most out of our students. Families remark that the school's focus on creating a joyful culture, combined with being well-run and having excellent staff has resulted in tremendous growth for their student.
Student Demographics
Teacher Demographics
Student Special Populations
Student Survey Results
| Metric | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Students feel a sense of belonging | 89.4 % |
| Students feel engaged in learning and activities | 44.7 % |
| Students feel safe and healthy | 57.7 % |
| Students feel they have choice and agency | 73.3 % |
Parent Survey Results
| Metric | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Parents feel involved in school decisions | 51.2 % |
| Parents feel welcomed by their school | 97.4 % |
| Parents have positive interactions with teachers | 97.6 % |
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in English Language Arts
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 77.7 % | 79.6 % | +1.9 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 35.3 % | 40.6 % | +5.3 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 68.1 % | 72 % | +3.9 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 74.4 % | 72.5 % | -1.9 % |
| White | 85 % | 87.1 % | +2.1 % |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 46.3 % | 52.1 % | +5.8 % |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 82.9 % | 86.3 % | +3.4 % |
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Math
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 59.8 % | 69.1 % | +9.3 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 11.8 % | 15.6 % | +3.8 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 47.2 % | 56 % | +8.8 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 58.1 % | 67.5 % | +9.4 % |
| White | 68.6 % | 77.8 % | +9.2 % |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 26.9 % | 37.5 % | +10.6 % |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 65.3 % | 76.8 % | +11.5 % |
CMAS: Median Growth in English Language Arts
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 70 | 71.5 | +1.5 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 45 | 48 | +3.0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 81 | 76 | -5.0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 81 | 68 | -13.0 |
| White | 70 | 73 | +3.0 |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 72 | 72 | +0.0 |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 60 | 68 | +8.0 |
CMAS: Median Growth in Math
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 64 | 65.5 | +1.5 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 54 | 47 | -7.0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 69 | 68 | -1.0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | 66 | 76.5 | +10.5 |
| White | 60 | 65.5 | +5.5 |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 64 | 67 | +3.0 |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 62 | 59 | -3.0 |
Academic Offerings
Special Programs Offered
Student Services & Supports
Special Education
Multi-Lingual Learners
Early Childhood
Discipline: % of Total Student Population
| Metric | In School Supensions | Out of School Suspensions | Referrals to Law Enforcement |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 7.4 % | 2.4 % | 0 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 19.5 % | 9.8 % | 0 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12.9 % | 5.9 % | 0 % |
| Two or More Races | 2.3 % | 0 % | 0 % |
| White | 5.4 % | 0.9 % | 0 % |
Absenteeism
| Metric | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Average Daily Attendance | 93.7 % |
| Truancy Rate | 3.5 % |