Serving 1,067 students in grades 6-8, Chinook Trail Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,067 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chinook Trail Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chinook Trail Middle School's student population of 1,067 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,067 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chinook Trail Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chinook Trail Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#348 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
14%
35%
Black
4%
5%
White
65%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chinook Trail Middle School's ranking?
Chinook Trail Middle School is ranked #348 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Chinook Trail Middle School often compared to?
Chinook Trail Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Challenger Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Chinook Trail Middle School?
1,067 students attend Chinook Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Chinook Trail Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chinook Trail Middle School?
Chinook Trail Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chinook Trail Middle School offer ?
Chinook Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chinook Trail Middle School part of?
Chinook Trail Middle School is part of Academy School District No. 20 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is Chinook Trail Middle School located?
Chinook Trail Middle School is located in the Briargate neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in Briargate.
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