Serving 404 students in grades 6-8, Jack Swigert 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 9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 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: 404 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: JACK SWIGERT AEROSPACE ACADEMY serves the southeast part of Colorado Springs, CO, covering an area of 9.6 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with most homes located within 2.2 miles of the school and the furthest edge being about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jack Swigert Middle School's student population of 404 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
404 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jack Swigert 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 Jack Swigert Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1656 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
60%
37%
Black
9%
5%
White
21%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)78.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack Swigert Middle School's ranking?
Jack Swigert Middle School is ranked #1656 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Jack Swigert Middle School often compared to?
Jack Swigert Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sabin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Jack Swigert Middle School?
404 students attend Jack Swigert Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Jack Swigert Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jack Swigert Middle School?
Jack Swigert Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jack Swigert Middle School offer ?
Jack Swigert Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jack Swigert Middle School part of?
Jack Swigert Middle School is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
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