West Jefferson Middle School

9449 South Barnes Street
Conifer, CO 80433
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Serving 496 students in grades 6-8, West Jefferson 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 33% (which is equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 496 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 50% in CO
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

School Overview

West Jefferson Middle School's student population of 496 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
496 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings

West Jefferson Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Jefferson Middle School is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (CO)
#556 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
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33%
33%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of West Jefferson 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 2020-21 school year data.
55-59%
47%
This chart display the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of West Jefferson 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 2020-21 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
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3%
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Hispanic
10%
35%
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Black
n/a
4%
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White
87%
52%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.23
This chart display the diversity score of West Jefferson Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
30%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
This chart display the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in West Jefferson Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
West Jefferson Middle School is ranked #556 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are West Jefferson Middle School often compared to?
West Jefferson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evergreen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend West Jefferson Middle School?
496 students attend West Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of West Jefferson Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Jefferson Middle School?
West Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Jefferson Middle School offer ?
West Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Jefferson Middle School part of?
West Jefferson Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.

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School Reviews

2   4/18/2011
It may score well on CSAP, thereby creating a good school report card, but overall we were disappointed by the level of apathy of teachers and administration. Our child felt UNSAFE in school. She was bullied. Teachers were unsupportive, quite clearly demonstrating to us during parent/teacher conferences that they're SUBJECT matter was most important--not children. A unfortunate circumstance to be in. Watch out for: 1. BULLYING--seems to be rampant but well-hidden. 2. SRO officers who question your child without another adult in the room...and without talking with you first. Isn't that a violation of Civil Rights? 3. APATHY!!! Even when withdrawing our child from the school, no one figured to ask WHY...beyond, please fill out this here form. If you have a choice, as you do in Colorado, maybe choose another venue--even if it means having to drive your child a little out of the way for another school. At any rate, bus fees per child next year are $150.
- Posted by Parent - rachp

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 496 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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