Serving 435 students in grades 6-8, Trail Ridge 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 21% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Trail Ridge Middle School serves the eastern part of Longmont, CO, covering an area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Trail Ridge Middle School's student population of 435 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Trail Ridge 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 Trail Ridge Middle School is 0.53, 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
#1296 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
58%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
37%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.1%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Grizzly
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trail Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Trail Ridge Middle School is ranked #1296 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Trail Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Trail Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Trail Ridge Middle School?
435 students attend Trail Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Trail Ridge Middle School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trail Ridge Middle School?
Trail Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Trail Ridge Middle School offer ?
Trail Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trail Ridge Middle School part of?
Trail Ridge Middle School is part of St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j.
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