Each year, the Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) tests give us important insights into how well Colorado and DPS schools are supporting students. CMAS data tells us two key things: whether students are reading and doing math at grade level (proficiency) and how much progress they’re making from year to year (growth).
The 2025 results show areas of progress as well as challenges we must confront to ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed. Overall proficiency improved slightly across DPS, and student growth outpaced the state average. But large gaps remain, especially for students of color, English language learners, students from low-income households, and students with special education needs.
This data helps us see what’s working, where students need more support, and how we can hold our system accountable for delivering a high-quality, equitable education for all.
To dive deeper into the results, read the analysis prepared by an independent consultant for Denver Families.
Read the 2025 CMAS summary here.
See the full CMAS presentation here.
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