Denver Center for International Studies at Baker, or simply DCIS Baker, is a public 6-12 magnet school located in the Baker neighborhood of Denver, Colorado. It is part of the Denver Public Schools system.
Serving 354 students in grades 6-12, Denver Center For International Studies ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Denver Center For International Studies's student population of 354 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing Multilingual Leaders for a Global Community
School Rankings
Denver Center For International Studies ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Denver Center For International Studies is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1099 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
72%
37%
Black
4%
5%
White
12%
49%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
82%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Phoenix
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Denver Center For International Studies's ranking?
Denver Center For International Studies is ranked #1099 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Denver Center For International Studies?
The graduation rate of Denver Center For International Studies is 90%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Denver Center For International Studies?
354 students attend Denver Center For International Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Denver Center For International Studies students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denver Center For International Studies?
Denver Center For International Studies has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Denver Center For International Studies offer ?
Denver Center For International Studies offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Denver Center For International Studies part of?
Denver Center For International Studies is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Denver Center For International Studies located?
Denver Center For International Studies is located in the Baker neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Baker.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Very amazing, international school. Kids are so nice.
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