Serving 359 students in grades 6-8, Summit Middle Charter School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Middle Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Summit Middle Charter School's student population of 359 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Summit Middle Charter School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Middle Charter School is 0.54, 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
#5 out of 1779 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
3%
Hispanic
8%
35%
Black
n/a
5%
White
65%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 Summit Middle Charter School's ranking?
Summit Middle Charter School is ranked #5 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Summit Middle Charter School often compared to?
Summit Middle Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Summit Middle Charter School?
359 students attend Summit Middle Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Summit Middle Charter School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit Middle Charter School?
Summit Middle Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Summit Middle Charter School offer ?
Summit Middle Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Summit Middle Charter School part of?
Summit Middle Charter School is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
In what neighborhood is Summit Middle Charter School located?
Summit Middle Charter School is located in the Martin Acres neighborhood of Boulder, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Martin Acres.
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