Serving 502 students in grades 6-8, Southern Hills Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Southern Hills Middle School serves the southeast part of Boulder, CO, covering an area of approximately 28.3 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Southern Hills Middle School's student population of 502 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
502 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Southern Hills Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Hills Middle School is 0.45, 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
#38 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-64%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
8%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
73%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougar
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Hills Middle School's ranking?
Southern Hills Middle School is ranked #38 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Southern Hills Middle School often compared to?
Southern Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summit Middle Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Southern Hills Middle School?
502 students attend Southern Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Southern Hills Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southern Hills Middle School?
Southern Hills Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southern Hills Middle School offer ?
Southern Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Hills Middle School part of?
Southern Hills Middle School is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
In what neighborhood is Southern Hills Middle School located?
Southern Hills Middle School is located in the Table Mesa neighborhood of Boulder, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Table Mesa.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall break - No School
October 12, 2026 (Monday)
Fall break - No School
October 13, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
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