Serving 211 students in grades 6-8, Centauri 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 27% (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 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centauri Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in La Jara, CO, covering approximately 645 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with some residents living up to 40.4 miles away from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centauri Middle School's student population of 211 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
211 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Centauri 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 Centauri Middle School is 0.51, 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
#859 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Hispanic
53%
37%
White
46%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centauri Middle School's ranking?
Centauri Middle School is ranked #859 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% 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 Centauri Middle School?
211 students attend Centauri Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Centauri Middle School students are Hispanic, 46% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centauri Middle School?
Centauri Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Centauri Middle School offer ?
Centauri Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centauri Middle School part of?
Centauri Middle School is part of North Conejos School District No. Re1j.
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