Serving 391 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 36% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspen Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Aspen Middle School's student population of 391 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aspen Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aspen Middle School is 0.29, 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
#721 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
83%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspen Middle School's ranking?
Aspen Middle School is ranked #721 out of 1,779 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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?
391 students attend Aspen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Aspen Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aspen Middle School?
Aspen Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, 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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