West High School, commonly referred to as Denver West High School or simply D-West, is a historic high school located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of the original section of West Denver, Colorado. It is part of the Denver Public Schools system.
Serving 188 students in grades 6-8, West 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% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 188 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Leadership Academy serves the west part of Denver, CO, covering an area of approximately 10.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching a maximum distance of 4.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Middle School's student population of 188 students has declined by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1883
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
West 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 West Middle School is 0.27, 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
#1664 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
85%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
School Mascot
Cowboys
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Middle School's ranking?
West Middle School is ranked #1664 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are West Middle School often compared to?
West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend West Middle School?
188 students attend West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of West Middle School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Middle School?
West Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Middle School offer ?
West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Middle School part of?
West Middle School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is West Middle School located?
West Middle School is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 5 other public schools located in Lincoln Park.
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