Serving 54 students in grades 6-8, Stratton 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Stratton Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Stratton, CO school district, encompassing approximately 339.1 square miles. The zone typically allows for a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.4 miles to its edges and a maximum distance of 19.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stratton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Stratton Middle School's student population of 54 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stratton 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 Stratton Middle School is 0.39, 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
#1286 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
74%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)13%
37.4%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Eagles
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stratton Middle School's ranking?
Stratton Middle School is ranked #1286 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Stratton Middle School often compared to?
Stratton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stratton Senior High School, Stratton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Stratton Middle School?
54 students attend Stratton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Stratton Middle School students are White, and 26% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stratton Middle School?
Stratton Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stratton Middle School offer ?
Stratton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stratton Middle School part of?
Stratton Middle School is part of School District No. R-4 In The County Of Kit Carson And Stat.
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