Serving 632 students in grades 6-8, Redlands Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Redlands Middle School serves the western part of its school district in Grand Junction, CO, covering an area of approximately 580 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 30.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Redlands Middle School's student population of 632 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
632 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We S.O.A.R - Safety, Ownership, Acceptance, Respect.
School Rankings
Redlands Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Redlands Middle School is 0.29, 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
#351 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
84%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redlands Middle School's ranking?
Redlands Middle School is ranked #351 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Redlands Middle School?
632 students attend Redlands Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Redlands Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redlands Middle School?
Redlands Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Redlands Middle School offer ?
Redlands Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Redlands Middle School part of?
Redlands Middle School is part of Mesa County Valley School District No. 51.
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