About the Data
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About the School
MissionEmily Griffith High School provides pathways for students who choose to pursue their high school diploma or GED and post-secondary goals. An authentic curriculum, flexible scheduling, small class sizes, and robust social/emotional support serve as a springboard for students to demonstrate competency in courses while having the opportunity to simultaneously...
MissionEmily Griffith High School provides pathways for students who choose to pursue their high school diploma or GED and post-secondary goals. An authentic curriculum, flexible scheduling, small class sizes, and robust social/emotional support serve as a springboard for students to demonstrate competency in courses while having the opportunity to simultaneously engage in college, career, and technical education programs.Emily Griffith High School (EGHS) is an alternative school focused on retrieving students, 17 to 20, who left high school before earning a diploma. EGHS offers courses toward a high school diploma or a General Education Development (GED) certificate. The core classes meet Colorado State Standards. The Denver Public Schools certifies the diplomas and the Colorado Department of Education accredits the school.
Student Demographics
Teacher Demographics
Student Special Populations
Student Survey Results
| Metric | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Students feel a sense of belonging | 93.5 % |
| Students feel engaged in learning and activities | 32 % |
| Students feel safe and healthy | 54.2 % |
| Students feel they have choice and agency | 84.5 % |
Parent Survey Results
| Metric | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Parents feel involved in school decisions | 59.2 % |
| Parents feel welcomed by their school | 91.8 % |
| Parents have positive interactions with teachers | 87.5 % |
SAT: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
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SAT: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Math
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PSAT/SAT: Median Growth in Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
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PSAT/SAT: Median Growth in Math
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4-Year Graduation Rate
| Metric | 2022 | 2023 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 6.57 % | 14.4 % | +7.8 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 0 % | 2 % | +2.0 % |
| Asian | NA | 20 % | NA |
| Black or African American | 15.15 % | 10.3 % | -4.8 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6.72 % | 14.5 % | +7.8 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 0 % | 2 % | +2.0 % |
| Two or More Races | 0 % | 23.1 % | +23.1 % |
| White | 0 % | 15.4 % | +15.4 % |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 7.28 % | 14.9 % | +7.6 % |
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 % | 1.1 % | 0 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 0 % | 4.9 % | 0 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 % | 0 % | 0 % |
| Two or More Races | 0 % | 0 % | 0 % |
| White | 0 % | 0 % | 0 % |
Absenteeism
| Metric | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Average Daily Attendance | 45.6 % |
| Truancy Rate | 50.8 % |
Unified Improvement Plan: Priority Performance Challenges
Unified Improvement Planning was introduced in 2009 to streamline improvement planning components of state and federal accountability requirements. Based on the Colorado Achievement Plan for Kids (SB212-08), the primary purpose of improvement planning is to align efforts to: Ensure all students exit the K-12 education system ready for post-secondary education,...
Unified Improvement Planning was introduced in 2009 to streamline improvement planning components of state and federal accountability requirements. Based on the Colorado Achievement Plan for Kids (SB212-08), the primary purpose of improvement planning is to align efforts to: Ensure all students exit the K-12 education system ready for post-secondary education, and/or to be successful in the workforce, earning a living wage immediately upon graduation. The School Finder only contains one portion of the UIP, each school's Priority Performance Challenges. To access any school's complete UIP, you can visit: School and District UIPs
Low Math and Literacy Achievement
Low Overall Graduation/Completion Rate
Low Student Attendance