Serving 163 students in grades 6-8, Estes Park 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 20-24% (which is lower than 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 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Estes Park Middle School serves a vast attendance zone of approximately 490.9 square miles in Estes Park, CO, covering the entire district. Families within this area can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 24.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Estes Park Middle School's student population of 163 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
163 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Estes Park 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 Estes Park Middle School is 0.49, 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
#1019 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
34%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
63%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estes Park Middle School's ranking?
Estes Park Middle School is ranked #1019 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Estes Park Middle School?
163 students attend Estes Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Estes Park Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Estes Park Middle School?
Estes Park Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Estes Park Middle School offer ?
Estes Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Estes Park Middle School part of?
Estes Park Middle School is part of Estes Park School District R-3.
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