Serving 269 students in grades 6-8, Moore 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 was 15% (which was lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 29% (which was lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#1351 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
39%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
54%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 is Moore Middle School's ranking?
Moore Middle School is ranked #1351 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
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 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Moore Middle School?
269 students attend Moore Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Moore Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moore Middle School?
Moore Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Moore Middle School offer ?
Moore Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moore Middle School part of?
Moore Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Moore Middle School located?
Moore Middle School is located in the West Westminster neighborhood of Arvada, CO.
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