DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS is a public high school that is part of the School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C school district, located in DENVER, CO with about 1,103 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 49 teachers, DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (DSA) is a premier magnet school within the Denver Public Schools district, serving students in grades 6 through 12. Renowned for its unique educational model, the school integrates a rigorous academic curriculum with an intensive, pre-professional arts conservatory program. Students audition to gain admission into one of several specialized majors—such as creative writing, dance, music, theater, or visual arts—and dedicate a significant portion of their daily schedule to mastering their craft under the guidance of professional artists and educators.
Beyond its artistic focus, DSA is recognized for maintaining high academic standards and fostering a creative, inclusive community. The school environment is designed to bridge the gap between traditional academics and artistic discipline, encouraging students to develop critical thinking, collaborative skills, and creative problem-solving abilities. By preparing students for both top-tier universities and professional arts careers, DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS serves as a vital hub for artistic development and academic excellence in the region.
For more information, contact DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS at (720) 424-1700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
DENVER, CO 80220-1867
(720) 424-1700
http://dsa.dpsk12.org
DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS is a public school in DENVER, CO with about 1,103 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 1,103
- Teachers:
- 49.02
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,103 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending DENVER SCHOOL OF THE ARTS is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.
- White
- 71.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 13.8%
- Two or more races
- 6.7%
- Black or African American
- 4.4%
- Asian
- 4.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 62.9%
- Male
- 37.1%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.