Serving 283 students in grades 6-8, Bayfield Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 18% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bayfield Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Bayfield, CO, encompassing approximately 415.4 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 30 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bayfield Middle School's student population of 283 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Rankings
Bayfield Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bayfield Middle School is 0.45, 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
#1334 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
18%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
72%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.1%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverine
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayfield Middle School's ranking?
Bayfield Middle School is ranked #1334 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Bayfield Middle School?
283 students attend Bayfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Bayfield Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bayfield Middle School?
Bayfield Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bayfield Middle School offer ?
Bayfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bayfield Middle School part of?
Bayfield Middle School is part of Bayfield School District No. 10jt-R.
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