Serving 704 students in grades 6-8, Oberon 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 34% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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: 704 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oberon Junior High School serves the northern part of Arvada, CO, covering an area of approximately 11.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oberon Middle School's student population of 704 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oberon 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 Oberon Middle School is 0.38, 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
#634 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
18%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
77%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oberon Middle School's ranking?
Oberon Middle School is ranked #634 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Oberon Middle School often compared to?
Oberon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Drake Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Oberon Middle School?
704 students attend Oberon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Oberon Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oberon Middle School?
Oberon Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oberon Middle School offer ?
Oberon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oberon Middle School part of?
Oberon Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Oberon Middle School located?
Oberon Middle School is located in the Cameo Estates neighborhood of Arvada, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Cameo Estates.
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