Serving 487 students in grades 6-8, Evergreen Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evergreen Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Evergreen Middle School's student population of 487 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
School Motto
Rise. EMS. Rise.
School Rankings
Evergreen Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Evergreen Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#177 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
89%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evergreen Middle School's ranking?
Evergreen Middle School is ranked #177 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Evergreen Middle School often compared to?
Evergreen Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Jefferson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Evergreen Middle School?
487 students attend Evergreen Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Evergreen Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Evergreen Middle School?
Evergreen Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Evergreen Middle School offer ?
Evergreen Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Evergreen Middle School part of?
Evergreen Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Evergreen Middle School located?
Evergreen Middle School is located in the Tanoa And Hiwan neighborhood of Evergreen, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Tanoa And Hiwan.
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