Serving 514 students in grades 6-8, Bill Reed 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 17% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bill Reed Middle School's student population of 514 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1918
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bill Reed 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 Bill Reed Middle School is 0.51, 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
#1178 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
29%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
64%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Bill Reed Middle School's ranking?
Bill Reed Middle School is ranked #1178 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Bill Reed Middle School often compared to?
Bill Reed Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lucile Erwin Middle School, Walt Clark Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Bill Reed Middle School?
514 students attend Bill Reed Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Bill Reed Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bill Reed Middle School?
Bill Reed Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bill Reed Middle School offer ?
Bill Reed Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bill Reed Middle School part of?
Bill Reed Middle School is part of Thompson School District R-2j.
In what neighborhood is Bill Reed Middle School located?
Bill Reed Middle School is located in the Kings Corner neighborhood of Loveland, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Kings Corner.
School Reviews
5 12/6/2016
Absolutely loved Bill Reed. So many great opportunities and it truly feels like a family. Students are always encouraged to try new things, academic or extracurricular, and it definitely is beneficial in high school.
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