Serving 123 students in grades 6-8, Mancos Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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: 123 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in CO)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mancos Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Mancos Middle School's student population of 123 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mancos Middle School is 0.34, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
16%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
80%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% CO state average).
How many students attend Mancos Middle School?
123 students attend Mancos Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Mancos Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mancos Middle School?
Mancos Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mancos Middle School offer ?
Mancos Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mancos Middle School part of?
Mancos Middle School is part of Mancos School District Re-6.
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