Serving 317 students in grades 6-8, Gypsum Creek 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 15% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Gypsum Creek Middle School serves the west part of Gypsum, CO, covering an expansive attendance area of approximately 939.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 37.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gypsum Creek Middle School's student population of 317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Rankings
Gypsum Creek 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 Gypsum Creek Middle School is 0.38, 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
#1434 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
76%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
21%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gypsum Creek Middle School's ranking?
Gypsum Creek Middle School is ranked #1434 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Gypsum Creek Middle School often compared to?
Gypsum Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eagle Valley Middle School, Stone Creek School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Gypsum Creek Middle School?
317 students attend Gypsum Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Gypsum Creek Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gypsum Creek Middle School?
Gypsum Creek Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gypsum Creek Middle School offer ?
Gypsum Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gypsum Creek Middle School part of?
Gypsum Creek Middle School is part of Eagle County School District No. Re 50.
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