Serving 550 students in grades 6-8, North Middle School ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Middle School's student population of 550 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
550 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
North Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#867 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
32%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
33%
35%
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Black
11%
4%
![This chart displays the percentage of Black students in North Middle School and the percentage of Black public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of Black students in North Middle School and the percentage of Black public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/black_students_ethnicity/14000/14023/north-middle-school-chart-b43qDhn.png)
White
45%
52%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Colorado. This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Colorado.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/state_ethnicity_school/14000/14023/north-middle-school-chart-be9XfRu.png)
![This chart displays the diversity score of North Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of North Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images3.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/14000/14023/north-middle-school-chart-bnPrwjH.png)
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
30%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Middle School's ranking?
North Middle School is ranked #867 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are North Middle School often compared to?
North Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Holmes Middle School, Mann Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend North Middle School?
550 students attend North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of North Middle School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Middle School?
North Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Middle School offer ?
North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is North Middle School part of?
North Middle School is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
In what neighborhood is North Middle School located?
North Middle School is located in the East Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in East Colorado Springs.
School Reviews
2 5/16/2011
The school appears to be in decline. Many of the best staff members have been let go for no reason. The morale is very low for the ones that are left. Just would not recommend the school at this time.
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