Serving 581 students in grades 6-8, Overland Trail 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 6% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% 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: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Overland Trail Middle School serves the northern part of Brighton, CO, covering an area of approximately 49.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 7.2 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 16.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Overland Trail Middle School's student population of 581 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
581 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Overland Trail 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 Overland Trail Middle School is 0.46, 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
#1660 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
70%
37%
Black
2%
5%
White
24%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Overland Trail Middle School's ranking?
Overland Trail Middle School is ranked #1660 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Overland Trail Middle School?
581 students attend Overland Trail Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Overland Trail Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Overland Trail Middle School?
Overland Trail Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Overland Trail Middle School offer ?
Overland Trail Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Overland Trail Middle School part of?
Overland Trail Middle School is part of School District 27j.
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