Serving 550 students in grades 6-8, Carmody 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 20% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carmody Middle School serves the northeast part of Denver, CO, covering an area of approximately 37 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carmody Middle School's student population of 550 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
550 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Carmody 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 Carmody Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1083 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
40%
37%
Black
3%
5%
White
50%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmody Middle School's ranking?
Carmody Middle School is ranked #1083 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Carmody Middle School often compared to?
Carmody Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summit Ridge Middle School, Dunstan Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Carmody Middle School?
550 students attend Carmody Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Carmody Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carmody Middle School?
Carmody Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carmody Middle School offer ?
Carmody Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carmody Middle School part of?
Carmody Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Carmody Middle School located?
Carmody Middle School is located in the Carmody neighborhood of Denver, CO.
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