Average
#863 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 48% in state
Estes Park Middle School
Middle School · Estes Park School District R-3
1500 MANFORD AVENUE, Estes Park, CO 80517
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#863 of 1,815
In Estes Park
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Estes Park School District R-3
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Estes Park Middle School
Estes Park Middle School is a public middle school in Estes Park, CO, part of Estes Park School District R-3. Estes Park Middle School serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Estes Park Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #863 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Estes Park Middle School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- CO avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 189 students, Estes Park Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
53% of students at Estes Park 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
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Estes Park Middle School — Students at Estes Park Middle School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.8%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.6/10.
How Estes Park Middle School Compares
See how Estes Park 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
1500 MANFORD AVENUE, Estes Park, CO 80517
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Estes Park Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Westview Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 21.9 miles away, in nearby Longmont), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Walt Clark Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 20.2 miles away, in nearby Loveland), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Estes Park, see our Estes Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Estes Park K-5 School Estes Park | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Estes Park High School Estes Park | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| EAGLE ROCK SCHOOL & PDC Estes Park | 2.6 mi | — |
| Lyons Elementary School Lyons | 15.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Jamestown Elementary School Jamestown | 18.5 mi | — |
| Lyons Middle/Senior High School Lyons | 16.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Big Thompson Elementary School Loveland | 16.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Gold Hill Elementary School Gold Hill | 21.6 mi | — |
| BOULDER SUDBURY SCHOOL Longmont | 20.6 mi | — |
| Hygiene Elementary School Longmont | 20.8 mi | 8.8 |
| Loveland Classical School Loveland | 19.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Namaqua Elementary School Loveland | 19.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Ponderosa Elementary Loveland | 20.2 mi | 7.9 |
| SHINING MOUNTAIN WALDORF SCHOOL Boulder | 24.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Walt Clark Middle School Loveland | 20.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Westview Middle School Longmont | 21.9 mi | 7.0 |
| JARROW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boulder | 25.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Crest View Elementary School Boulder | 24.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Sarah Milner Elementary School Loveland | 20.5 mi | 3.8 |
| TARA PERFORMING ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Boulder | 25.0 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80517 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,659
Median Home Value
$670,200
Median Rent
$1,451/mo
Population
10,093
College Educated
54.6%
Homeownership
79.2%
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
58.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| McAuliffe Manual Middle School Denver, CO | 6.5 |
| Yuma Middle School Yuma, CO | 6.5 |
| Woodland Park Middle School Woodland Park, CO | 6.2 |
| Skoglund Middle School Center, CO | 6.7 |
| Colorado Virtual Academy Middle School Lakewood, CO | 6.1 |
| Trinidad Middle School Trinidad, CO | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Estes Park Middle School
What grades does Estes Park Middle School serve?
Estes Park Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Estes Park Middle School?
Estes Park Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Estes Park Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Estes Park Middle School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Estes Park Middle School rank in CO?
Estes Park Middle School ranks #863 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Estes Park Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Estes Park Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Estes Park Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Estes Park Middle School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Estes Park Middle School a charter school?
No, Estes Park Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Estes Park Middle School a Title I school?
No, Estes Park Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Estes Park Middle School?
50.8% of students at Estes Park 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
- 189
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Larimer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.4%
- Phone
- (970) 586-4439
Resources & Links
District
Estes Park School District R-3- District Enrollment
- 971
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,084
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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