Denver Public Schools will close the Robert F. Smith STEAM Academy, a small high school, after six years of operation. The decision follows enrollment dropping to 24 students. The school offered a curriculum styled after historically Black colleges and universities with a focus on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.
Key Points
- Robert F. Smith STEAM Academy will close due to enrollment of only 24 students.
- The school operated for six years as a specialized public high school in Denver.
- Low enrollment triggered the closure under district policy.
Implications for Educational Freedom
The closure reduces available specialized public school options for families in Denver. District funding models tied to enrollment limit sustainability of small programs. Parents seeking alternative curricula may need to pursue other district schools or non-public options.
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