Serving 367 students in grades 6-8, North Arvada 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 16% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Arvada Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Arvada Middle School's student population of 367 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Mascot
Knights
School Rankings
North Arvada 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 North Arvada Middle School is 0.61, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1201 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
40%
36%
Black
2%
5%
White
48%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Arvada Middle School's ranking?
North Arvada Middle School is ranked #1201 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are North Arvada Middle School often compared to?
North Arvada Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Two Roads Charter School, Early College Of Arvada by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend North Arvada Middle School?
367 students attend North Arvada Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of North Arvada Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Arvada Middle School?
North Arvada Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Arvada Middle School offer ?
North Arvada Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Arvada Middle School part of?
North Arvada Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is North Arvada Middle School located?
North Arvada Middle School is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Arvada, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Highlands.
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