Serving 690 students in grades 6-8, Mountain Ridge 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 35% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 690 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mountain Ridge Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 128.3 square miles in Colorado Springs, CO, with a typical drive to the school taking 10-15 minutes and an average distance of 5.4 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest boundary of the zone is located about 11 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mountain Ridge Middle School's student population of 690 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
690 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain Ridge Middle School is 0.60, 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
#627 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
33%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
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Hispanic
25%
37%
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Black
4%
5%
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White
58%
49%
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Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Mountain Ridge Middle School is ranked #627 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Mountain Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Mountain Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Challenger Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Mountain Ridge Middle School?
690 students attend Mountain Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Mountain Ridge Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Ridge Middle School?
Mountain Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mountain Ridge Middle School offer ?
Mountain Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain Ridge Middle School part of?
Mountain Ridge Middle School is part of Academy School District No. 20 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is Mountain Ridge Middle School located?
Mountain Ridge Middle School is located in the Briargate neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 18 other public schools located in Briargate.
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