DSST: STAPLETON MIDDLE SCHOOL

DSST: STAPLETON MIDDLE SCHOOL is a Title I public charter 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 477 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 34 teachers, DSST: STAPLETON MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

DSST: STAPLETON MIDDLE SCHOOL (now part of the DSST: Conservatory Green campus network) is a high-performing public charter school located in the Central Park neighborhood of Denver. It operates under the Denver School of Science and Technology (DSST) network, which is widely recognized for its rigorous, STEM-focused curriculum and a "college-prep for all" philosophy. The school is known for fostering a structured, inclusive, and academically demanding environment designed to prepare students from diverse backgrounds for success in four-year universities.

The school’s culture centers on six core values—respect, responsibility, integrity, curiosity, courage, and doing your best—which are integrated into the daily experience of every student. Beyond its heavy emphasis on science, technology, and mathematics, the school offers a robust arts and elective program. By utilizing a data-driven approach to instruction and maintaining a strong focus on character development, DSST: Stapleton has consistently ranked among the top-performing middle schools in the Denver Public Schools district, focusing on closing the achievement gap and ensuring every student is ready for the rigors of high school and beyond.

For more information, contact DSST: STAPLETON MIDDLE SCHOOL at (303) 320-5570 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.