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
DSST: Cole prepares students for college, careers and life through a challenging STEM-focused curriculum and a thriving community where all students truly belong. 100% of DSST: Cole graduates are admitted to college or postsecondary programs. We're proud to share that DSST: Cole Middle School was named a 2023-2024 Colorado Department...
DSST: Cole prepares students for college, careers and life through a challenging STEM-focused curriculum and a thriving community where all students truly belong. 100% of DSST: Cole graduates are admitted to college or postsecondary programs. We're proud to share that DSST: Cole Middle School was named a 2023-2024 Colorado Department of Education Center of Excellence and is rated Green (highest rating) on the Colorado School Performance Framework.Our strong, supportive community and shared core values give students the confidence to take the lead in their studies, athletics and activities, and personal passions.
Student Demographics
Teacher Demographics
Data for this campus is unavailable at this time. Please contact the school directly for more information.
Student Special Populations
Student Survey Results
| Metric | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Students feel a sense of belonging | 77.6 % |
| Students feel engaged in learning and activities | 65.9 % |
| Students feel safe and healthy | 50.2 % |
| Students feel they have choice and agency | 67.2 % |
Parent Survey Results
| Metric | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Parents feel involved in school decisions | 78.2 % |
| Parents feel welcomed by their school | 87.2 % |
| Parents have positive interactions with teachers | 93.7 % |
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in English Language Arts
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 29.8 % | 23.9 % | -5.9 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 25.6 % | 20.9 % | -4.7 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 30.6 % | 23 % | -7.6 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 31.4 % | 22.3 % | -9.1 % |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 22 % | 39.1 % | +17.1 % |
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Math
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 7.3 % | 11.3 % | +4.0 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | 9.5 % | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | NA | 10.6 % | NA |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 7.2 % | 9.4 % | +2.2 % |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 7.5 % | 30.4 % | +22.9 % |
CMAS: Median Growth in English Language Arts
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 58 | 54 | -4.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 57 | 58 | +1.0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 58 | 54 | -4.0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 50 | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 60 | 56 | -4.0 |
CMAS: Median Growth in Math
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 55 | 51 | -4.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 37 | 48.5 | +11.5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 57 | 51 | -6.0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | 46 | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 55 | 51 | -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 | 11.2 % | 9.7 % | 0.4 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 32.6 % | 26.1 % | 0 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6.1 % | 6.6 % | 0.5 % |
| 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 | 87.4 % |
| Truancy Rate | 8.6 % |