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Creighton Middle School

Middle School · Jefferson County School District No. R-1

50 SOUTH KIPLING ST, Lakewood, CO 80226

Enrollment

778

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

5.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,108 of 1,815

In Lakewood

#23 of 43

public schools

In district

#98 of 140

Jefferson County School District No. R-1

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Creighton Middle School

5.7/10

Middle School in Lakewood · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Creighton Middle School

Creighton Middle School is a public middle school in Lakewood, CO, part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Creighton Middle School serves approximately 778 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio.

Creighton Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,108 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Creighton Middle School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • CO avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

52% of students at Creighton 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 Progress6.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.5% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.2% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-8.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.7 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,483
Chronic Absenteeism52.2%

Creighton Middle School — Students at Creighton Middle School score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.1% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 47.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.0% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 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
78%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
23%
2025
Math
27.5%
ELA
39.3%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Creighton Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
39th percentile in CO
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.2%

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

50 SOUTH KIPLING ST, Lakewood, CO 80226

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Creighton Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Colorado Online Middle School (rated 5.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Astravo Online Academy Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lakewood, see our Lakewood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Miller Special Education Lakewood 0.2 mi 5.4
Dennison Elementary School Lakewood 0.3 mi 8.9
AUGUSTINE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Lakewood 0.7 mi 5.4
Lakewood High School Lakewood 0.8 mi 7.7
South Lakewood Elementary School Lakewood 0.8 mi 6.6
Belmar School of Integrated Arts Lakewood 1.1 mi 3.0
Eiber Elementary School Lakewood 1.4 mi 5.0
Kendrick Lakes Elementary School Lakewood 1.7 mi 7.8
Patterson International School Lakewood 1.7 mi 6.5
Colorado Virtual Academy High School Lakewood 1.5 mi 5.6
Astravo Online Academy High School Lakewood 1.5 mi 5.4
Colorado Online High School Lakewood 1.5 mi 4.8
Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School Lakewood 1.5 mi 6.1
Colorado Virtual Academy Lakewood 1.5 mi 6.2
Astravo Online Academy Elementary School Lakewood 1.5 mi 6.4
Astravo Online Academy Middle School Lakewood 1.5 mi 4.7
Colorado Online Middle School Lakewood 1.5 mi 5.0
Jefferson County Open Elementary School Lakewood 1.7 mi 6.6
Jefferson County Open Secondary Lakewood 1.7 mi 7.4
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lakewood 2.1 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,466

Median Home Value

$547,000

Median Rent

$1,738/mo

Population

32,237

College Educated

37.8%

Homeownership

51.6%

Avg Commute

25.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Creighton Middle School

What grades does Creighton Middle School serve?

Creighton Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Creighton Middle School?

Creighton Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 778 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Creighton Middle School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Creighton Middle School rank in CO?

Creighton Middle School ranks #1,108 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Creighton Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Creighton Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Creighton Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Creighton Middle School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Creighton Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Creighton Middle School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Creighton Middle School?

58.0% of students at Creighton 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
58 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
778
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.2%

District

Jefferson County School District No. R-1
District Enrollment
74,251
Schools in District
148
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,483
District Rank
#98 of 140

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