Serving 656 students in grades 6-8, Skinner 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 47% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 656 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skinner Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Skinner Middle School's student population of 656 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Rankings
Skinner 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 Skinner Middle School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#523 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
44%
36%
Black
3%
5%
White
47%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skinner Middle School's ranking?
Skinner Middle School is ranked #523 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Skinner Middle School often compared to?
Skinner Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School, Morey Middle School, Denver School Of The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Skinner Middle School?
656 students attend Skinner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Skinner Middle School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Skinner Middle School?
Skinner Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Skinner Middle School offer ?
Skinner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Skinner Middle School part of?
Skinner Middle School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Skinner Middle School located?
Skinner Middle School is located in the Northwest neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 7 other public schools located in Northwest.
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