Serving 55 students in grades 5-8, Ouray Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Ouray Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ouray, CO, covering approximately 151.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.2 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ouray Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ouray Middle School's student population of 55 students has grown by 161% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Campus Size
1 acre
School Motto
Developing Minds to Match our Mountains
School Rankings
Ouray Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ouray Middle School is 0.41, 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
#269 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
White
74%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ouray Middle School's ranking?
Ouray Middle School is ranked #269 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Ouray Middle School?
55 students attend Ouray Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Ouray Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ouray Middle School?
Ouray Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ouray Middle School offer ?
Ouray Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ouray Middle School part of?
Ouray Middle School is part of Ouray School District No. R-1 Of The County Of Ouray And.
School Calendar
View the Ouray Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of HS Basketball Practice
November 16, 2026 (Monday)
NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
First Day of Semester 2
January 05, 2027 (Tuesday)
NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
March 29, 2027 (Monday)
Seniors' Last Day
May 21, 2027 (Friday)
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
Ouray has a great education system and I really enjoy going to this school. The only downside, is that many grades have only (at least) 12-5 kids. I have struggled with friendships my entire life, but now, I feel like it is even harder to find close friends. I am kind of loner.
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