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Aspen Middle School

Middle School · Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta

235 HIGH SCHOOL ROAD, Aspen, CO 81611

Enrollment

391

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

5.3

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,219 of 1,815

In Aspen

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Aspen Middle School

5.3/10

Middle School in Aspen · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.4/10

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About Aspen Middle School

Aspen Middle School is a public middle school in Aspen, CO, part of Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta. Aspen Middle School serves approximately 391 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Aspen Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,219 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Aspen Middle School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.7 pts below CO schools
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • CO avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Aspen Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,544
Chronic Absenteeism42.2%

Aspen Middle School — Students at Aspen Middle School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 67.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
78%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
36%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How Aspen Middle School Compares

See how Aspen Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
33th percentile in CO
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

235 HIGH SCHOOL ROAD, Aspen, CO 81611

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Aspen Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Carbondale Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 23.7 miles away, in nearby Carbondale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Basalt Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 15.5 miles away, in nearby Basalt), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Aspen, see our Aspen schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 25.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Aspen Elementary School Aspen 0.0 mi 4.4
Aspen Preschool Aspen 0.1 mi
Aspen High School Aspen 0.1 mi 8.4
ASPEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Aspen 1.0 mi 6.1
Aspen Community Charter School Woody Creek 6.0 mi 6.7
Basalt Middle School Basalt 15.5 mi 5.1
Basalt High School Basalt 15.3 mi 7.7
Basalt Elementary School Basalt 15.6 mi 4.0
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Basalt 17.7 mi 7.5
Crested Butte Secondary School Crested Butte 23.6 mi 6.9
Crested Butte Elementary School Crested Butte 23.6 mi 8.5
WALDORF SCHOOL ON THE ROARING FORK Carbondale 21.5 mi 6.6
Marble Charter School Marble 20.3 mi 5.0
Roaring Fork High School Carbondale 23.4 mi 7.2
Crystal River Elementary School Carbondale 23.7 mi 5.0
Carbondale Middle School Carbondale 23.7 mi 8.1
Ross Montessori School Carbondale 24.0 mi 3.3
Bridges Carbondale 24.1 mi 7.3
Carbondale Community Charter School Carbondale 25.3 mi 4.8
COLORADO ROCKY MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Carbondale 25.3 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 81611 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,708

Median Home Value

$1,243,500

Median Rent

$1,822/mo

Population

9,232

College Educated

68.2%

Homeownership

62.9%

Avg Commute

15.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.2%

Median Age

43.5

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Riverside School New Castle, CO 5.3
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Delta Middle School Delta, CO 5.2
Longs Peak Middle School Longmont, CO 5.2
Rocky Mountain Prep Noel Denver, CO 5.2
Fort Logan Northgate Denver, CO 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Aspen Middle School

What grades does Aspen Middle School serve?

Aspen Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Aspen Middle School?

Aspen Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 391 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Aspen Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Aspen Middle School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Aspen Middle School rank in CO?

Aspen Middle School ranks #1,219 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Aspen Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Aspen Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Aspen Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Aspen Middle School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Aspen Middle School a charter school?

No, Aspen Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Aspen Middle School a Title I school?

No, Aspen Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
391
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Pitkin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.2%

District

Aspen School District No. 1 in the county of Pitkin and Sta
District Enrollment
1,554
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,544
District Rank
#3 of 4

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