Serving 362 students in grades 5-8, Carbondale 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 33% (which is equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carbondale Middle School serves the southwest part of its school district in Carbondale, CO, covering an attendance area of approximately 297.9 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 19.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carbondale Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Carbondale Middle School's student population of 362 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Carbondale 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 Carbondale Middle School is 0.56, 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
#870 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
50%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
5%
White
44%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carbondale Middle School's ranking?
Carbondale Middle School is ranked #870 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Carbondale Middle School often compared to?
Carbondale Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Basalt Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Carbondale Middle School?
362 students attend Carbondale Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Carbondale Middle School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 3% 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 Carbondale Middle School?
Carbondale Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carbondale Middle School offer ?
Carbondale Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carbondale Middle School part of?
Carbondale Middle School is part of Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 8/1/2026
This school has really turned it around over the last several years. Excellent staff and wonderful opportunities for our students. Will recommend to everyone.
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