Serving 1,029 students in grades 6-8, Rocky Top Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,029 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky Top Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Rocky Top Middle School's student population of 1,029 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,029 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rocky Top Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,734 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rocky Top Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#310 out of 1734 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
24%
35%
Black
2%
4%
White
61%
52%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky Top Middle School's ranking?
Rocky Top Middle School is ranked #310 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Rocky Top Middle School often compared to?
Rocky Top Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Century Middle School, Lake Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CO state average).
How many students attend Rocky Top Middle School?
1,029 students attend Rocky Top Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Rocky Top Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rocky Top Middle School?
Rocky Top Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Rocky Top Middle School offer ?
Rocky Top Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Rocky Top Middle School part of?
Rocky Top Middle School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools School District.
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