GRANT BEACON MIDDLE SCHOOL

GRANT BEACON MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public middle 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 423 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, GRANT BEACON MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

GRANT BEACON MIDDLE SCHOOL (GBMS), located in the Platt Park neighborhood of Denver, is a public innovation school that serves as part of the Beacon Network. The school distinguishes itself through a focus on personalized learning, aiming to tailor education to the unique needs, interests, and growth pace of every student. By integrating a "blended learning" model, GBMS utilizes technology to support small-group instruction and hands-on projects, ensuring that students develop both core academic skills and the critical thinking abilities necessary for success in high school and beyond.

Beyond its academic structure, Grant Beacon emphasizes a holistic approach to student development, prioritizing social-emotional learning alongside rigorous standards. The school fosters a strong community culture, offering various extracurricular activities and enrichment programs designed to keep students engaged and connected. As an innovation school within the Denver Public Schools district, GBMS has increased autonomy over its curriculum and staffing, which allows the faculty to implement specialized teaching strategies aimed at closing achievement gaps and preparing a diverse student body for long-term academic and personal success.

For more information, contact GRANT BEACON MIDDLE SCHOOL at (720) 423-9360 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.