Serving 578 students in grades 6-8, W H Heaton 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 9% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 79% 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: 578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: W H Heaton Middle School serves the northeast part of Pueblo, CO, covering an area of approximately 10 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
W H Heaton Middle School's student population of 578 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
578 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact.
School Rankings
W H Heaton 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 W H Heaton Middle School is 0.44, 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
#1416 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
72%
37%
Black
3%
5%
White
21%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.4%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is W H Heaton Middle School's ranking?
W H Heaton Middle School is ranked #1416 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are W H Heaton Middle School often compared to?
W H Heaton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant View Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend W H Heaton Middle School?
578 students attend W H Heaton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of W H Heaton Middle School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of W H Heaton Middle School?
W H Heaton Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does W H Heaton Middle School offer ?
W H Heaton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is W H Heaton Middle School part of?
W H Heaton Middle School is part of Pueblo School District No. 60 In The County Of Pueblo And.
In what neighborhood is W H Heaton Middle School located?
W H Heaton Middle School is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Pueblo, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in Belmont.
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