Serving 791 students in grades 6-8, Newton Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 791 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Newton Middle School's student population of 791 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
791 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newton Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newton Middle School is 0.32, 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
#108 out of 1779 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
82%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newton Middle School's ranking?
Newton Middle School is ranked #108 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Newton Middle School often compared to?
Newton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Wesley Powell Middle School, Euclid Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Newton Middle School?
791 students attend Newton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Newton Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newton Middle School?
Newton Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Newton Middle School offer ?
Newton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Newton Middle School part of?
Newton Middle School is part of Littleton School District No. 6 In The County Of Arapahoe.
School Reviews
1 11/2/2017
There is no good teachers beyond the math department
2 11/7/2006
I was not happy with Newton Middle School. The quality of programs is OK. There is too much emphasis on sports. Students are not recognized for other extracurricular activities. There is a lot of bullying of students by other students that the staff is unable to or uncapable of stopping. I would not recommend this school.
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