Serving 282 students in grades 6-8, Manitou Springs 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 27% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manitou Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Manitou Springs Middle School's student population of 282 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
282 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Manitou Springs Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manitou Springs Middle School is 0.38, 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
#688 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
32%
![This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Manitou Springs Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Manitou Springs Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/math_percent/15000/14932/manitou-springs-middle-school-chart-4a75pO.png)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
11%
35%
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Black
3%
4%
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White
78%
52%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the diversity score of Manitou Springs Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Manitou Springs Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images2.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/15000/14932/manitou-springs-middle-school-chart-bvnXKwF.png)
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
30%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manitou Springs Middle School's ranking?
Manitou Springs Middle School is ranked #688 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Manitou Springs Middle School?
282 students attend Manitou Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Manitou Springs Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manitou Springs Middle School?
Manitou Springs Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Manitou Springs Middle School offer ?
Manitou Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Manitou Springs Middle School part of?
Manitou Springs Middle School is part of Manitou Springs School District No. 14 In The County Of El.
In what neighborhood is Manitou Springs Middle School located?
Manitou Springs Middle School is located in the West Colorado Springs neighborhood of Manitou Springs, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in West Colorado Springs.
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