Is Northfield High School a good school?

Northfield High School ranks 74 th of 349 Colorado high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Northfield High School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,872 students attended Northfield High School.

What is the racial makeup of Northfield High School?

Students at Northfield High School are 46% White, 30% Hispanic, 14% African American, 8% Two or more races, 2% Asian.

What schools feed into Northfield High School?

Northfield High School is fed by the following schools: Elementary : Inspire Elementary Elementary : Isabella Bird Community School Elementary : Swigert International School Elementary : Westerly Creek Elementary Elementary : William (Bill) Roberts Ece-8 School Elementary : Willow Elementary School Middle : Denver Green School Northfield Middle : DSST: Conservatory Green Middle School Middle : DSST: Montview Middle School Middle : McAuliffe International School

Northfield High School

Summary:

Northfield High School is a public high school in Denver, Colorado, serving 1,872 students in grades 9-12. As part of the School District No. 1, which is ranked 78 out of 116 districts in the state, Northfield High School stands out for its diverse student population and strong academic performance.

With a student body that is 45.62% White, 13.62% African American, 30.45% Hispanic, 2.14% Asian, and 7.69% two or more races, Northfield High School is more racially diverse than nearby schools like Denver School of the Arts and DSST: Conservatory Green High School. Academically, the school ranks in the top 25% of Colorado high schools, with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger and strong performance on standardized tests, particularly in reading and writing.

While Northfield High School has a relatively high percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds (32.69% receive free or reduced-price lunch), its performance is generally stronger than many nearby schools, especially those in the lower-ranked School District No. 14. For example, Lester R Arnold High School and Adams City High School both rank in the bottom 5% of Colorado high schools. Northfield High School's diversity, academic excellence, and strong performance across student subgroups make it a compelling option for families in the Denver area.

Detail:

Public 9-12

5500 Central Park Blvd
Denver, CO 80238-2323

(720) 423-8000

District: School District No. 1

SchoolDigger Rank:
74^th of 349 Colorado High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $15,418

Student/teacher ratio: 18.7

Number of students: 1,872

Racial breakdown:

White:

45.6%

Hispanic:

30.4%

African American:

13.6%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 32.7%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Northfield High School ranks better than 78.8% of high schools in Colorado. It also ranks 4^th among 36 ranked high schools in the School District No. 1. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 76.55. (See more...)

The Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate (ACGR) measures the percentage of Northfield High School freshmen who graduate within four years, adjusting for students who transfer in or out.

The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.

Chronic absenteeism in a high school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.

Student Body

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Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Northfield High School is $15,418. 45 high schools in the School District No. 1 spend more per student.

Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Northfield High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Northfield High School 74^th of 349 Colorado public high schools. (See Northfield High School in the ranking list.)

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School District No. 1:

SchoolDigger ranks School District No. 1 78^th of 116 Colorado school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for all students at Northfield High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	CO State Percentile
2019	61.05	136^th	411	66.9%
2021	64.37	72^nd	210	65.7%
2022	59.87	84^th	221	62.0%
2023	75.85	78^th	349	77.7%
2024	76.55	74^th	349	78.8%

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Rank History for Multi-racial students at Northfield High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	CO State Percentile
2021	85.55	6^th	48	87.5%
2022	77.62	9^th	56	83.9%
2023	68.69	17^th	62	72.6%
2024	60.39	26^th	61	57.4%

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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Northfield High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	CO State Percentile
2021	70.81	3^rd	16	81.3%
2022	77.29	4^th	32	87.5%
2023	42.27	19^th	44	56.8%
2024	91.83	4^th	36	88.9%

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Rank History for Special Education students at Northfield High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	CO State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2022	53.72	36^th	77	53.2%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Northfield High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	CO State Percentile
2021	38.10	122^nd	188	35.1%
2022	40.74	116^th	203	42.9%
2023	49.32	101^st	200	49.5%
2024	45.52	113^th	211	46.4%

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Rank History for Female students at Northfield High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	CO State Percentile
2021	75.49	58^th	239	75.7%
2022	70.78	72^nd	257	72.0%
2023	72.84	63^rd	254	75.2%
2024	74.43	61^st	257	76.3%

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Rank History for Disabled students at Northfield High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	CO State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	51.84	28^th	74	62.2%
2024	51.60	31^st	84	63.1%

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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Northfield High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	CO State Percentile
2021	63.98	38^th	118	67.8%
2023	59.31	63^rd	135	53.3%
2024	70.44	34^th	140	75.7%

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Rank History for Male students at Northfield High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	CO State Percentile
2021	72.37	67^th	240	72.1%
2022	72.42	67^th	253	73.5%
2023	73.78	72^nd	252	71.4%
2024	73.79	65^th	256	74.6%

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Rank History for African American students at Northfield High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	CO State Percentile
2021	30.95	21^st	29	27.6%
2022	51.78	16^th	34	52.9%
2023	53.65	12^th	36	66.7%
2024	48.81	13^th	38	65.8%

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Rank History for Hispanic students at Northfield High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	CO State Percentile
2021	59.36	61^st	181	66.3%
2022	47.51	86^th	205	58.0%
2023	57.01	73^rd	198	63.1%
2024	56.84	72^nd	199	63.8%

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Rank History for White students at Northfield High School

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	CO State Percentile
2021	87.26	18^th	225	92.0%
2022	86.17	25^th	228	89.0%
2023	83.77	29^th	234	87.6%
2024	86.22	23^rd	229	90.0%

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Data source: test scores: Colorado Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Data source: Colorado Department of Education

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by a parent
Tuesday, January 22, 2019

I have two students at NHS - each with a very different student profile however, each has found his place at Northfield. It is a growing diverse school with a small feel on a new campus. As of 2018-2019, we have our first class of seniors and have an IB for ALL curriculum. A student may choose the IB diploma (6 IB courses) or just an IB course. NHS also offers concurrent enrollment and some AP classes. All graduates are required to take IB Language Arts, 2 years of foreign language, and community service hours - making for critical thinkers, global communicators, and involved young adults. The leadership is what I admire most, which trickles down to supported teachers, which trickles down to successful students. Close Quote

by a parent
Tuesday, January 22, 2019

My student is a senior and has had a terrific experience at Northfield. Challenging coursework, honors, AP and IB curriculum + a full array of activities, clubs and sports make this the perfect traditional high school. Bonus: The size of the school is key to its success the engaged and energetic teachers and administration are committed to getting to know each student's strengths and offer one-on-one support when and where needed. I have been so impressed and happy with our decision to be a part of building Denver's newest comprehensive high school. Close Quote

by a student
Monday, January 14, 2019

Excellent choice! This comprehensive Denver High School is robust in it's offerings for academics, arts and athletics. Great administrators, teachers and staff plus very inclusive and diverse. Close Quote

Enrollment information for Northfield High School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Total
2016	61	61	5	61	1	0	5	194
2017	109	108	8	164	1	1	24	415
2018	185	137	13	213	2	1	36	587
2019	300	152	18	291	5	3	56	825
2020	376	168	20	349	2	4	71	990
2021	526	198	26	388	4	5	92	1239
2022	709	212	33	490	3	4	119	1570
2023	854	255	40	570	6	3	144	1872

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Northfield High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2016	194	10.0	19.4	50
2017	415	19.5	21.2	54.7
2018	587	32.2	18.2	48.4
2019	825	42.0	19.6	42.4
2020	990	47.5	20.8	40.9
2021	1239	58.3	21.2	33.2
2022	1570	78.2	20.0	31.4
2023	1872	99.9	18.7	32.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Northfield High School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2016	194	10.0	19.4	50
2017	415	19.5	21.2	54.7
2018	587	32.2	18.2	48.4
2019	825	42.0	19.6	42.4
2020	990	47.5	20.8	40.9
2021	1239	58.3	21.2	33.2
2022	1570	78.2	20.0	31.4
2023	1872	99.9	18.7	32.7

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Northfield High School

Year	Total Expenditures Per Pupil
2019	$11,197
2020	$11,112
2021	$11,524
2022	$12,402
2023	$15,418

Data source: Colorado Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Northfield High School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 136^th of 411 High schools	Ranks 78^th of 349 High schools	10.7%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	825	1872	126.9%
African American	152	255	67.8%
American Indian	5	6	20%
Asian	18	40	122.2%
Hispanic	291	570	95.9%
Pacific Islander	3	3
White	300	854	184.7%
Two or More Races	56	144	157.1%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	42.4%	32.7%	9.7%

Schools Near Northfield High School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2024)				Ranking (2023)				PSAT10 Reading and Writing (2024)	PSAT10 Mathematics (2024)	PSAT9 Reading and Writing (2024)	PSAT9 Mathematics (2024)	SAT Reading and Writing (2024)	SAT Mathematics (2024)	CMAS English Language Arts (2024)				CMAS Math (2024)				CMAS Science (2024)		Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	SchoolDigger Rating (2024)	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	Rank Change from Previous Year	PSAT10 Reading and Writing 10th Grade	PSAT10 Mathematics 10th Grade	PSAT9 Reading and Writing 9th Grade	PSAT9 Mathematics 9th Grade	SAT Reading and Writing 11th Grade	SAT Mathematics 11th Grade	CMAS English Language Arts 6th Grade	CMAS English Language Arts 7th Grade	CMAS English Language Arts 8th Grade	CMAS English Language Arts All Grades	CMAS Math 6th Grade	CMAS Math 7th Grade	CMAS Math 8th Grade	CMAS Math All Grades	CMAS Science 8th Grade	CMAS Science 11th Grade	Total
Northfield High School	Public	9-12	5500 Central Park Blvd	Denver	80238	Denver County	School District No. 1	No	No	No	No	(720) 423-8000	1,872	100	18.7	32.7%	854 (45.6%)	255 (13.6%)	570 (30.4%)	40 (2.1%)	6 (0.3%)	3 (0.2%)	144 (7.7%)	76.6	74^th of 349 public high schools	78.8%		75.8	78^th of 349 public high schools	77.7%	4	78.0	56.0	78.0	64.0	70.0	46.0										26.5	$15,418
DSST: Conservatory Green High School	Public, Charter	9-12	5590 N Central Park Blvd #4	Denver	80239	Denver County	School District No. 1	Yes	No	No	Yes	(303) 802-4127	574	44	13.0	64.3%	58 (10.1%)	130 (22.6%)	337 (58.7%)	21 (3.7%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	27 (4.7%)	70	96^th of 349 public high schools	72.5%		59.8	129^th of 349 public high schools	63.0%	33	73.0	57.0	63.0	55.0	64.0	50.0										27.6	$13,160
Victory Preparatory Academy High State Charter School	Public, Charter	9-12	5701 Quebec Street	Commerce City	80022	Adams County	State Charter School Institute	Yes	No	No	Yes	(303) 288-6111	140	11	12.5	84.3%	11 (7.9%)	0 (0.0%)	127 (90.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.4%)	48.2	173^rd of 349 public high schools	50.4%		64.1	115^th of 349 public high schools	67.0%	58	66.0	32.0	60.0	35.0	60.0	23.0										33.3	$17,438
Northeast Early College	Public	9-12	11200 E 45th Ave	Denver	80239	Denver County	School District No. 1	No	No	No	Yes	(720) 424-2450	561	30	18.5	84.5%	25 (4.5%)	79 (14.1%)	427 (76.1%)	4 (0.7%)	2 (0.4%)	13 (2.3%)	11 (2.0%)	7.8	324^th of 349 public high schools	7.2%		9.3	317^th of 349 public high schools	9.2%	7	36.0	9.0	24.0	7.0	23.0	9.0										10.3	$16,365
Adams City High School	Public	9-12	7200 Quebec Parkway	Commerce City	80022	Adams County	School District N. 14	No	No	No	Yes	(303) 289-3111	1,666	78	21.3	80.6%	108 (6.5%)	22 (1.3%)	1,514 (90.9%)	5 (0.3%)	8 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (0.5%)	5.4	337^th of 349 public high schools	3.4%		6.3	331^st of 349 public high schools	5.2%	6			31.0	8.0													$15,840
Lester R Arnold High School	Public	9-12	7133 E. 73rd Ave	Commerce City	80022	Adams County	School District N. 14	No	No	No	Yes	(303) 289-2983	175	11	15.9	82.9%	20 (11.4%)	2 (1.1%)	149 (85.1%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.1%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.1%)								(n/a)																	$21,359
Montbello High School	Public	9-12	5000 Crown Blvd	Denver	80239	Denver County	School District No. 1	No	No	No	Yes	(720) 423-5900	1,130	64	17.6	85.7%	30 (2.7%)	167 (14.8%)	848 (75.0%)	23 (2.0%)	1 (0.1%)	39 (3.5%)	22 (1.9%)	7.1	330^th of 349 public high schools	5.4%		3.9	339^th of 349 public high schools	2.9%	9	27.0	8.0	32.0	17.0	17.0	5.0										3.0	$16,203
New Legacy Charter School	Public, Charter	9-12	2091 North Dayton Street	Aurora	80010	Arapahoe County	State Charter School Institute	Yes	No	No	Yes	(303) 340-7880	101	5	21.3	96.0%	14 (13.9%)	13 (12.9%)	73 (72.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.0%)								(n/a)																	$23,966
DSST: Montview High School	Public, Charter	9-12	2000 Valentia Street	Denver	80238	Denver County	School District No. 1	Yes	No	No	Yes	(303) 320-5570	570	42	13.4	66.7%	80 (14.0%)	200 (35.1%)	231 (40.5%)	16 (2.8%)	3 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	40 (7.0%)	56.8	132^nd of 349 public high schools	62.2%		54.5	141^st of 349 public high schools	59.6%	9	65.0	42.0	54.0	36.0	67.0	52.0										29.2	$13,358
Denver School of the Arts	Public	6-12	7111 Montview Blvd	Denver	80220	Denver County	School District No. 1	No	No	No	No	(720) 424-1700	1,058	54	19.5	11.8%	665 (62.9%)	55 (5.2%)	186 (17.6%)	53 (5.0%)	4 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	95 (9.0%)	95.3	8^th of 349 public high schools	97.7%		95.6	8^th of 349 public high schools	97.7%		93.0	66.0	90.0	79.0	92.0	67.0	83.8	84.5	82.5	83.5	50.5	66.7	64.0	60.1	54.5	63.3	$16,627

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