Serving 124 students in grades 7-8, Telluride Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Telluride Middle School serves the entire district of Telluride, CO, covering an extensive area of approximately 346.1 square miles, with typical drives to the school taking about 15-20 minutes. The furthest edge of the attendance zone is located 21.3 miles from the school, with an average distance of 9.9 miles to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Telluride Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Telluride Middle School's student population of 124 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Telluride Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Telluride Middle School is 0.36, 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
#97 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
77%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Telluride Middle School's ranking?
Telluride Middle School is ranked #97 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Telluride Middle School?
124 students attend Telluride Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Telluride Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Telluride Middle School?
Telluride Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Telluride Middle School offer ?
Telluride Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Telluride Middle School part of?
Telluride Middle School is part of Telluride School District No. R-1.
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