Fox Ridge Middle School

26301 East Arapahoe Road
Aurora, CO 80016
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 1,077 students in grades 6-8, Fox Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 58% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,077 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 41%
  • : Top 30% in CO
  • : 43% (Top 30%)
  • : 58% (Top 30%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Fox Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Fox Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,077 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,077 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

Fox Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fox Ridge Middle School is 0.61, 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.
This School
State Level (CO)
#399 out of 1779 schools
(Top 30%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Fox Ridge Middle School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
43%
32%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Fox Ridge Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
58%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Fox Ridge Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
(20-21)
35-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Fox Ridge Middle School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
1%
1%
This chart displays the percentage of American Indian students in Fox Ridge Middle School and percentage of American Indian public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Asian
8%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Fox Ridge Middle School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
17%
35%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Fox Ridge Middle School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
8%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Fox Ridge Middle School and the percentage of Black public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
59%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Fox Ridge Middle School and the percentage of White public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Fox Ridge Middle School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Fox Ridge Middle School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Colorado.
0.61
This chart displays the diversity score of Fox Ridge Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
33%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Fox Ridge Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Fox Ridge Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fox Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Fox Ridge Middle School is ranked #399 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Fox Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Fox Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Infinity 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 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Fox Ridge Middle School?
1,077 students attend Fox Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Fox Ridge Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fox Ridge Middle School?
Fox Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fox Ridge Middle School offer ?
Fox Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Fox Ridge Middle School part of?

School Calendar

View the Fox Ridge Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
No School ~ Thanksgiving Break ~ All Schools
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School ~ Spring Break ~ All Schools
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day for 8th Grade
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day for 6th & 7th Grade
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
Last day of School ~ All Schools
May 23, 2025 (Friday)

School Reviews

2   3/27/2020
I went to this school in sixth grade, but I had to switch out because of the overcrowded areas and bullying. I have severe social anxiety, so the almost ever-present press of bodies overwhelmed me. I couldn't focus in class because I was anticipating how to deal with the swell of human contact and teenage funk, which was reflected in the fall of my grades. I wasn't bullied as bad as some of my friends were. Also, I have heard from a friend who still goes there that there have been two arrests made, an expulsion, several suspensions, and a possible pregnancy. This is a middle school with some serious problems. However, as a result of the misbehavior, the school has locked down heavier security, which is beneficial for its improvement. I'm in high school now, so the school may have changed in the time I've been away, but it will take some serious consideration to send your child there.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - :)
1   3/26/2020
This school only wants u to do good so they get money. Garbage teachers and trash staff. The food was a dead animal throw in boiling water than served.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - No name.
5   2/26/2018
Awesome teachers. They teach well. Elective are fun. Best school. Students will have fun. They want your sucess.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Elizabeth
5   7/6/2015
This school is amazing. Although there may be space for slight improvements, the teachers can have a connection with the students and their morals fit closely with student's morals. The students there are smart, and unlike some other schools, they give academic benefits to those who are fit. Students get along nicely, and my daughter was new in the 7th grade, and found friends that are genuinely good people. My daughter, coming from a Denver school, loved the academics and effort of the teachers and had the opportunity to show her musical talent. Electives are committed to the education of creativity of the students and the teachers had thorough knowledge in their departments. This is an overall great school!
- Posted by Parent - hanna

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,077 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 41%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 43% (Top 30%)
  • : 58% (Top 30%)
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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