School Overview
P.R.E.P. (Positive Refocus Education Program) is an alternative education initiative within the Denver Public Schools system designed to support students who are facing significant behavioral or academic challenges in traditional school settings. Located on Columbine Street, the program prioritizes a "positive refocus" approach, aiming to help students transition back to a successful academic path by providing a more personalized and structured learning environment. The program focuses on credit recovery, social-emotional development, and restorative practices to ensure that students remain engaged in their education.

By utilizing smaller class sizes and specialized instruction, P.R.E.P. works to address the root causes of student struggles while maintaining a commitment to academic rigor. The school serves as a bridge for students who need a fresh start, offering a supportive community that emphasizes accountability, resilience, and personal growth. Ultimately, the goal of the P.R.E.P. Academy is to equip its students with the necessary tools, habits, and self-confidence to graduate and successfully navigate their future educational or professional goals.
50
Total Students
15.9
Full-Time Teachers
3.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
82.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Prep Academy
Demographic Student Count
White2
Hispanic22
Black20
Two or More4
American Indian2
  • Hispanic
    22 (44.0 %)
  • Black
    20 (40.0 %)
  • Two or More
    4 (8.0 %)
  • White
    2 (4.0 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (4.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Alternative School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
Phone: (720)424-8451
Website: http://prepacademy.dpsk12.org
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 50
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 15.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 3.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 39
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 2
Grades Taught
Grade 7 3
Grade 8 5
Grade 9 13
Grade 10 12
Grade 11 9
Grade 12 8

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Prep Academy
Grade Student Count
Grade 73
Grade 85
Grade 913
Grade 1012
Grade 119
Grade 128
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Prep Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female2142%
Male2958%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)