Serving 781 students in grades 7-8, Lewis-palmer 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 48% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 781 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis-palmer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lewis-palmer Middle School's student population of 781 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
781 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lewis-palmer 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 Lewis-palmer Middle School is 0.38, 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
#296 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)41%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
35%
Black
2%
5%
White
78%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis-palmer Middle School's ranking?
Lewis-palmer Middle School is ranked #296 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Lewis-palmer Middle School often compared to?
Lewis-palmer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewis-palmer High School, Monument Charter Academy Secondary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Lewis-palmer Middle School?
781 students attend Lewis-palmer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lewis-palmer Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewis-palmer Middle School?
Lewis-palmer Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lewis-palmer Middle School offer ?
Lewis-palmer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Lewis-palmer Middle School part of?
Lewis-palmer Middle School is part of Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 In The Co.
School Reviews
1 3/19/2020
This School is perfect for a typical learner otherwise a person with learning differences may experience lots of trouble learning. Not to mention when communicating with LPMS you will find that often you will not get a response.
5 9/26/2007
Lewis Palmer Middle School i an awesome school to be at and if your student needs help in surtant areas the teachers will work your child to succed.
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