Centennial Middle School

2205 Norwood Avenue
Boulder, CO 80304
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Rating
7/
10
Top 50%
Centennial Middle School serves 596 students in grades 6-8.
Centennial Middle School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 47%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 596 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 50% in CO
  • Math Proficiency
    : 42% (Top 30%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

School Overview

Centennial Middle School's student population of 596 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
596 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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School Rankings

Centennial Middle School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Centennial Middle School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (CO)
Overall Testing Rank
#639 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
3%
3%
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Hispanic
25%
35%
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Black
1%
4%
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White
65%
52%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Diversity Score
0.52
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Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
30%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Centennial Middle School's ranking?
Centennial Middle School is ranked #639 out of 1,734 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Centennial Middle School?
596 students attend Centennial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Centennial Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Middle School?
Centennial Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Centennial Middle School offer ?
Centennial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Centennial Middle School part of?
Centennial Middle School is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.

School Reviews

5   3/10/2018
really good school
- Posted by Parent - Frnk
5   9/9/2017
All of my kids loved it. All three of them recived a wonderful education and had some of the best years of their life.
- Posted by Parent - Hannah smith
2   5/11/2009
The staff don't seem to care for students, and if at all, favorite some. Students aren't supervised well, making it easier for them to harass others.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - darli

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Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 596 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 50%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 42% (Top 30%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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