DSST: Cedar High School

DSST: Byers High School, located in the historic Byers Junior High building in Denver’s West Washington Park neighborhood, is a high-performing public charter school that operates under the Denver School of Science and Technology (DSST) network. The school is known for its rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum that places a heavy emphasis on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education. By fostering a culture of academic excellence and personal responsibility, the school aims to prepare a diverse student body for success in four-year universities and professional careers.

Beyond its academic focus, DSST: Byers is widely recognized for its strong school culture and commitment to community. The campus utilizes a "small school" model within a larger educational setting to ensure that students receive personalized attention and support from faculty. The school maintains a highly structured environment that prioritizes core values such as respect, integrity, and courage, striving to close the opportunity gap by ensuring that every student—regardless of background—has access to a high-quality education that challenges and develops them as critical thinkers.