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
Barney Ford is a school in Montbello in the Far Northeast zone of Denver. Our goal is to provide an excellent and equitable education to all of our scholars. Our staff is caring and dedicated to the community we serve. We have provided four free field trips to all students...
Barney Ford is a school in Montbello in the Far Northeast zone of Denver. Our goal is to provide an excellent and equitable education to all of our scholars. Our staff is caring and dedicated to the community we serve. We have provided four free field trips to all students at Barney Ford as a means for students to learn and explore the world around them. We have high engagement, behavior and academic expectations. We have 1:1 technology and offer physical education, music, art and technology classes for everyone. We would love to talk further about your child's education. Please reach out to the school office to set up a school tour and/or virtual meeting.
Student Demographics
Teacher Demographics
Student Special Populations
Student Survey Results
| Metric | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Students feel a sense of belonging | 84 % |
| Students feel engaged in learning and activities | 50.1 % |
| Students feel safe and healthy | 60.4 % |
| Students feel they have choice and agency | 80.1 % |
Parent Survey Results
| Metric | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Parents feel involved in school decisions | 85.3 % |
| Parents feel welcomed by their school | 94.4 % |
| Parents have positive interactions with teachers | 96.3 % |
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in English Language Arts
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 14.4 % | 11 % | -3.4 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 13.2 % | 9.3 % | -3.9 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Math
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 16.3 % | 13.1 % | -3.2 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17.4 % | 13.9 % | -3.5 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
CMAS: Median Growth in English Language Arts
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 55 | 41 | -14.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 54.5 | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 52 | 39 | -13.0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 55 | 44 | -11.0 |
CMAS: Median Growth in Math
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 49 | 42 | -7.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 44.5 | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 55 | 40.5 | -14.5 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 46 | 42 | -4.0 |
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 | 0.4 % | 1.3 % | 0 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 1.7 % | 6.7 % | 0 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0.3 % | 0.5 % | 0 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
Absenteeism
| Metric | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Average Daily Attendance | 89.6 % |
| Truancy Rate | 7.1 % |