Serving 1,006 students in grades 6-8, Summit Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 1,006 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Summit Ridge Middle School's student population of 1,006 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,006 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Summit Ridge 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 Summit Ridge Middle School is 0.44, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#853 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
16%
35%
Black
1%
4%
White
73%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Summit Ridge Middle School is ranked #853 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Summit Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Summit Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carmody Middle School, Dunstan Middle School, Deer Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Summit Ridge Middle School?
1,006 students attend Summit Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Summit Ridge Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit Ridge Middle School?
Summit Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Summit Ridge Middle School offer ?
Summit Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Summit Ridge Middle School part of?
Summit Ridge Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day Tri 3
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
Last DaySchool 1:35pm Dismissal
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
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