Serving 414 students in grades 5-8, Aspen 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 39% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Aspen Middle School serves the entire district in Aspen, CO, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 432 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 19.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Aspen Middle School's student population of 414 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Aspen 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 Aspen Middle School is 0.34, which is less 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
#672 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
80%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspen Middle School's ranking?
Aspen Middle School is ranked #672 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Aspen Middle School often compared to?
Aspen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aspen Elementary School, Evergreen Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Aspen Middle School?
414 students attend Aspen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Aspen Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aspen Middle School?
Aspen Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Aspen Middle School offer ?
Aspen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Aspen Middle School part of?
Aspen Middle School is part of Aspen School District No. 1 In The County Of Pitkin And Sta.
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