Excellent
#163 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 9% in state
Morey Middle School
Middle School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
840 EAST 14TH AVENUE, Denver, CO 80218
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
8.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#163 of 1,815
In Denver
#41 of 222
public schools
In district
#40 of 196
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
Equity
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Morey Middle School
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About Morey Middle School
Morey Middle School is a public middle school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. Morey Middle School serves approximately 481 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Morey Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #163 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Morey Middle School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- CO avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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Morey Middle School — Students at Morey Middle School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Morey Middle School Compares
See how Morey Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
840 EAST 14TH AVENUE, Denver, CO 80218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Morey Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School (rated 9.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, West Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Denver School of Innovation and Sustainable Design Denver | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Dora Moore ECE-8 School Denver | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Denver Justice High School Denver | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Contemporary Learning Academy Denver | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Emily Griffith High School Denver | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Downtown Denver Expeditionary School Denver | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Denver Center for 21st-Century Learning at Wyman Denver | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Polaris Elementary School Denver | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Compassion Road Academy Denver | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Whittier ECE-8 School Denver | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| L'ECOLE DE DENVER Denver | 0.9 mi | — |
| West High School Denver | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| West Middle School Denver | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF COLORADO Denver | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Gilliam School Denver | 1.4 mi | — |
| University Prep - Arapahoe St. Denver | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| RiseUp Community School Denver | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School Denver | 1.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Girls Athletic Leadership School High School Denver | 1.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Denver Center for International Studies Denver | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,925
Median Home Value
$653,900
Median Rent
$1,475/mo
Population
19,364
College Educated
71.8%
Homeownership
35.3%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
36.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mountain Middle School Durango, CO | 8.5 |
| Cheyenne Mountain Junior High School Colorado Springs, CO | 8.6 |
| Salida Middle School Salida, CO | 8.6 |
| Manhattan Middle School of the Arts and Academics Boulder, CO | 8.3 |
| Merrill Middle School Denver, CO | 8.7 |
| John Wesley Powell Middle School Littleton, CO | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Morey Middle School
What grades does Morey Middle School serve?
Morey Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Morey Middle School?
Morey Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Morey Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Morey Middle School is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Morey Middle School rank in CO?
Morey Middle School ranks #163 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Morey Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Morey Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Morey Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Morey Middle School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Morey Middle School a charter school?
No, Morey Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Morey Middle School a Title I school?
No, Morey Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Morey Middle School?
29.7% of students at Morey Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 481
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.6%
- Phone
- (720) 424-0700
Resources & Links
District
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C- District Enrollment
- 88,258
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,206
- District Rank
- #40 of 196
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