Serving 1,225 students in grades 6-8, Rocky Heights 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 45% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,225 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rocky Heights Middle School's student population of 1,225 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rocky Heights Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocky Heights Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#209 out of 1734 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
11%
35%
Black
1%
4%
White
76%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky Heights Middle School's ranking?
Rocky Heights Middle School is ranked #209 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Rocky Heights Middle School often compared to?
Rocky Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Rocky Heights Middle School?
1,225 students attend Rocky Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Rocky Heights Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rocky Heights Middle School?
Rocky Heights Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rocky Heights Middle School offer ?
Rocky Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rocky Heights Middle School part of?
Rocky Heights Middle School is part of Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
In what neighborhood is Rocky Heights Middle School located?
Rocky Heights Middle School is located in the Southridge neighborhood of Lone Tree, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Southridge.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School 8th Grade (Pick Up
May 22, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School All Students (Pick Up
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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