Charter School 469 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
DSST: Byers Middle School is a high-performing, tuition-free public charter school located in the historic Byers building in Denver’s Washington Park neighborhood. As part of the prominent DSST Public Schools network, the school operates on a rigorous STEM-focused curriculum designed to prepare all students for success in college and beyond. The academic model is built on a foundation of high expectations, structured classroom environments, and a strong emphasis on core values, fostering a community that prioritizes both intellectual growth and character development.

Beyond its academic rigor, DSST: Byers is known for its intentionally diverse student body and a commitment to ensuring that every student has access to a challenging, college-preparatory education. The school promotes a supportive culture that encourages critical thinking and active participation, often integrating social-emotional learning with its technical academic tracks. By blending a traditional middle school experience with the standardized, achievement-oriented culture of the DSST network, Byers Middle School consistently ranks as one of the top-performing schools in the Denver Public Schools district.
469
Total Students
38.1
Full-Time Teachers
12.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
52.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DSST: Byers Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White181
Hispanic143
Black86
Asian21
Two or More34
American Indian3
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    181 (38.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    143 (30.5 %)
  • Black
    86 (18.3 %)
  • Two or More
    34 (7.2 %)
  • Asian
    21 (4.5 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
Phone: (303)524-6350
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 469
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 38.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 212
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 33
Grades Taught
Grade 6 160
Grade 7 159
Grade 8 150

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for DSST: Byers Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6160
Grade 7159
Grade 8150
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for DSST: Byers Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19040.5%
Male27959.5%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)