Serving 419 students in grades 6-8, Elizabeth 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 23% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elizabeth Middle School's student population of 419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth Middle School is 0.37, 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
#858 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
35%
Black
1%
5%
White
78%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth Middle School's ranking?
Elizabeth Middle School is ranked #858 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Elizabeth Middle School often compared to?
Elizabeth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kiowa Middle School, Elbert Junior-senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Middle School?
419 students attend Elizabeth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Elizabeth Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elizabeth Middle School?
Elizabeth Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Middle School offer ?
Elizabeth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Elizabeth Middle School part of?
Elizabeth Middle School is part of Elizabeth School District.
School Calendar
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Date
THANKSGIVING BREAK NO SCHOOL
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
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