Serving 172 students in grades 6-8, Trinidad 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Trinidad Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Trinidad, CO, covering approximately 246.5 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8 miles from the school to its boundaries, reaching up to 18.5 miles at its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Trinidad Middle School's student population of 172 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Preparing students for the challenges of lifelong learning.
School Rankings
Trinidad 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 Trinidad Middle School is 0.48, 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
#1583 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
66%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
30%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trinidad Middle School's ranking?
Trinidad Middle School is ranked #1583 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Trinidad Middle School?
172 students attend Trinidad Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Trinidad Middle School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trinidad Middle School?
Trinidad Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Trinidad Middle School offer ?
Trinidad Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trinidad Middle School part of?
Trinidad Middle School is part of Trinidad School District 1 In The County Of Las Animas And.
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