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#1067 of 1,815 schools in CO
Everitt Middle School
Middle School · Jefferson County School District No. R-1
3900 KIPLING STREET, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,067 of 1,815
In Wheat Ridge
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#96 of 140
Jefferson County School District No. R-1
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Everitt Middle School
Everitt Middle School is a public middle school in Wheat Ridge, CO, part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Everitt Middle School serves approximately 444 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
Everitt Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,067 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Everitt Middle School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- CO avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
67% of students at Everitt 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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Everitt Middle School — Students at Everitt Middle School score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
61.7%
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
↓ 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: 7.0/10.
How Everitt Middle School Compares
See how Everitt 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
3900 KIPLING STREET, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Everitt Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Prospect Valley Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BETH EDEN BAPTIST SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Peak Expeditionary - Pennington (rated 7.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wheat Ridge, see our Wheat Ridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wheat Ridge High School Wheat Ridge | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Peak Expeditionary - Pennington Wheat Ridge | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Compass Montessori - Wheat Ridge Charter School Wheat Ridge | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Mountain Phoenix Community School Wheatridge | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Prospect Valley Elementary School Wheat Ridge | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Slater Elementary School Lakewood | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lakewood | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Prospect Academy Arvada | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| BETH EDEN BAPTIST SCHOOL Wheat Ridge | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Stevens Elementary School Wheat Ridge | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Sobesky Academy Lakewood | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Stober Elementary School Lakewood | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Eiber Elementary School Lakewood | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| BETHLEHEM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lakewood | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| STS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC STEM SCHOOL Wheat Ridge | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Lawrence Elementary School Arvada | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Arvada K-8 Arvada | 2.3 mi | 2.6 |
| Foster Dual Language PK-8 Arvada | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Vanderhoof Elementary School Arvada | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Jefferson Junior/Senior High School Edgewater | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,719
Median Home Value
$568,900
Median Rent
$1,536/mo
Population
26,841
College Educated
44.1%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
42.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Global Intermediate Academy Denver, CO | 5.8 |
| Hill Campus of Arts and Sciences Denver, CO | 5.8 |
| Mandalay Middle School Westminster, CO | 5.8 |
| Walt Clark Middle School Loveland, CO | 5.8 |
| Craig Middle School Craig, CO | 5.7 |
| Wayne Carle Middle School Westminster, CO | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Everitt Middle School
What grades does Everitt Middle School serve?
Everitt Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Everitt Middle School?
Everitt Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Everitt Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Everitt Middle School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Everitt Middle School rank in CO?
Everitt Middle School ranks #1,067 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Everitt Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Everitt Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Everitt Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Everitt Middle School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Everitt Middle School a charter school?
No, Everitt Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Everitt Middle School a Title I school?
No, Everitt Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Everitt Middle School?
61.7% of students at Everitt 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
- 444
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 61.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.9%
- Phone
- (303) 982-1580
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson County School District No. R-1- District Enrollment
- 74,251
- Schools in District
- 148
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,483
- District Rank
- #96 of 140
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