Serving 636 students in grades 6-8, North Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Middle School serves the southwest part of Colorado Springs, CO, covering an area of approximately 9.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Middle School's student population of 636 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing the whole child
School Rankings
North Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#750 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
26%
37%
Black
11%
5%
White
52%
49%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Middle School's ranking?
North Middle School is ranked #750 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are North Middle School often compared to?
North Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mann Middle School, Holmes Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend North Middle School?
636 students attend North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of North Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Middle School?
North Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Middle School offer ?
North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Middle School part of?
North Middle School is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
In what neighborhood is North Middle School located?
North Middle School is located in the East Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in East Colorado Springs.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The school appears to be in decline. Many of the best staff members have been let go for no reason. The morale is very low for the ones that are left. Just would not recommend the school at this time.
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