Serving 620 students in grades 6-8, Falcon Bluffs 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 36% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 620 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Falcon Bluffs Middle School's student population of 620 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
620 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Falcon Bluffs Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Falcon Bluffs Middle School is 0.40, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#690 out of 1734 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
16%
35%
Black
1%
4%
White
76%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falcon Bluffs Middle School's ranking?
Falcon Bluffs Middle School is ranked #690 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Falcon Bluffs Middle School often compared to?
Falcon Bluffs Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Creek Middle School, Ken Caryl Middle School, Summit Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% 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 Falcon Bluffs Middle School?
620 students attend Falcon Bluffs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Falcon Bluffs Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Falcon Bluffs Middle School?
Falcon Bluffs Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Falcon Bluffs Middle School offer ?
Falcon Bluffs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Falcon Bluffs Middle School part of?
Falcon Bluffs Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Falcon Bluffs Middle School located?
Falcon Bluffs Middle School is located in the Charter neighborhood of Littleton, CO.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
FBMS Last Day of School for 8th Grade Only
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
FBMS Last Day of Classes - Dismissal
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School - all grades
August 15, 2024 (Thursday)
Last Day of 1st Quarter
October 16, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School - Fall Break
October 18, 2024 (Friday)
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