Serving 564 students in grades 6-8, Boltz 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 31% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to 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 39% 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: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Boltz Middle School's student population of 564 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Phoenix
School Rankings
Boltz 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 Boltz Middle School is 0.53, 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
#848 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
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
31%
36%
Black
2%
5%
White
61%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Phoenix
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boltz Middle School's ranking?
Boltz Middle School is ranked #848 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Boltz Middle School often compared to?
Boltz Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kinard Core Knowledge Middle School, Lincoln Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Boltz Middle School?
564 students attend Boltz Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Boltz Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boltz Middle School?
Boltz Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Boltz Middle School offer ?
Boltz Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boltz Middle School part of?
Boltz Middle School is part of Poudre School District R-1.
In what neighborhood is Boltz Middle School located?
Boltz Middle School is located in the Southmoor Village neighborhood of Fort Collins, CO.
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