Dora Moore School’s significant two-story brick- and terra cotta-building is a landmark in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Denver, Colorado. Denver’s oldest school, which is listed on the national historic registry, first opened in 1890 under the name Corona School. In 1929, the school’s name was changed to honor Dora Moore, a longtime teacher and principal. This city neighborhood school has many famous alumni, including former Denver Mayors Quigg Newton and William H. McNichols, who attended Dora Moore together in the early 1920s. Actor Douglas Fairbank Sr., comedian Tim Allen, and former first lady Mamie Eisenhower are some other noteworthy Dora Moore School graduates.
Today, Dora Moore School serves a population of about 350 students in an upgraded building with a gymnasium and renovated cafeteria. The school provides programs for the visual arts, vocal and instrumental music, physical education, dance and STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) programming for kindergarten through eighth grade. Dora Moore School also has an early childhood education program with 3- and 4-year-old preschool classes.
Dora Moore School’s goal is to give students a comprehensive education, as reflected by its mission statement of “all day, every day, every child.”
Dora Moore ECE-8 School
Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School
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Grade Pre-K-8
846 N Corona St,
Denver, CO
Denver Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Karen S. Barker
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
32%
Niche Grade
C+
B
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
22
Full Time Teachers
22
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
GreatSchools Rating
2
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
18%
State Average
25%
Science
28.1%
State Average
30.7%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
633:1
Student Diversity
Male
50.9%
Female
49.1%
Hispanic
35.4%
White
32.3%
Black
20.3%
Two or more races
10.8%
Native American
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
12/17/2024
This is our families 3rd year at Dora Moore and we've had wonderful experiences. From the incredible staff to the welcoming community Dora Moore is a special place and we're thrilled to be a part of it.
12/12/2024
My child‘s preschool experience with Ms. Levison has far exceeded our expectations! She has made friends with students from all over the city and with children who speak multiple languages. As a parent, the communication is excellent and we love the focus on the city as a vessel for learning through...
11/20/2024
We came to Dora Moore for ECE and we could not be happier. The school holds incredibly rigorous academic expectations without ever sacrificing a joyful community and classroom culture. The teachers are skilled, warm, and supportive of all students. My child loves going to school here and we love bei...
1/23/2024
My child is in kindergarten with Miss Ott, and we couldn’t be happier with how it’s going. He comes home excited about learning, with new skills and new friends.
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About Capitol Hill
List Price Range
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Homes For Sale
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Average Home Value
$439,330
Median Lot Size
4,791 Sq Ft
% Renters
80%
Household Income
$87,026
% of College Grads
64.8%
Median Age
35
Average House Size
3,032 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
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