Serving 248 students in grades 6-8, North Valley 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Valley Middle School serves the entire district of Gilcrest, CO, covering an area of approximately 180.4 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of its attendance zone is about 10.7 miles, reaching up to 18.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Valley Middle School's student population of 248 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Valley 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 Valley Middle School is 0.47, 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
#1019 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
66%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
31%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Valley Middle School's ranking?
North Valley Middle School is ranked #1019 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend North Valley Middle School?
248 students attend North Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of North Valley Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Valley Middle School?
North Valley Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Valley Middle School offer ?
North Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Valley Middle School part of?
North Valley Middle School is part of Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-1.
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