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Fort Logan Northgate

Middle School · Sheridan School District No. 2

4000 S. LOWELL BLVD., Denver, CO 80236

Enrollment

378

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

5.4

Grades

3rd – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,212 of 1,815

In Denver

#157 of 222

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Sheridan School District No. 2

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Fort Logan Northgate

5.4/10

Middle School in Denver · grades 3rd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Fort Logan Northgate

Fort Logan Northgate is a public middle school in Denver, CO, part of Sheridan School District No. 2. Fort Logan Northgate serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades 3rd-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Logan Northgate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,212 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Fort Logan Northgate show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below CO schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • CO avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Fort Logan Northgate 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 Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4.9% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10.4% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-31.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-34.5 pts
Overall Proficiency8% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)16% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,345
Chronic Absenteeism32.5%

Fort Logan Northgate — Students at Fort Logan Northgate score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

93.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 18.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.8% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 28.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (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
66%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
43%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
30%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
13%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
11%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
8%
ELA
25%
2018
Math
9%
ELA
18%
2019
Math
9%
ELA
18%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
18%
2022
Math
6%
2025
Math
9.1%
ELA
12%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Fort Logan Northgate Compares

See how Fort Logan Northgate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in CO
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
93%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.5%

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

4000 S. LOWELL BLVD., Denver, CO 80236

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fort Logan Northgate may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Goddard Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Littleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bear Valley International School (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DSST: College View Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Sheridan High School Englewood 0.2 mi 6.2
MULLEN HIGH SCHOOL Denver 0.5 mi 5.5
Early Childhood Education Center Englewood 0.4 mi 5.6
SOAR Academy Englewood 0.5 mi 5.9
Alice Terry Elementary School Englewood 0.6 mi 5.0
Kaiser Elementary School Denver 0.8 mi 4.7
DSST: College View Middle School Denver 1.1 mi 7.4
DSST: College View High School Denver 1.1 mi 8.9
Sabin World School Denver 1.2 mi 8.1
Gust Elementary School Denver 1.5 mi 7.0
College View Elementary School Denver 1.7 mi 4.8
Centennial Academy of Fine Arts Education Littleton 2.0 mi 6.2
HUMANEX ACADEMY Englewood 1.8 mi 6.6
Goddard Middle School Littleton 2.0 mi 8.1
Bear Valley International School Denver 1.7 mi 7.6
Doull Elementary School Denver 2.0 mi 7.5
Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy Denver 2.2 mi 5.0
Abraham Lincoln High School Denver 2.2 mi 4.8
Compass Academy Denver 2.2 mi 5.9
Respect Academy Denver 2.3 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,543

Median Home Value

$495,800

Median Rent

$1,636/mo

Population

17,207

College Educated

31.7%

Homeownership

59.9%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fort Logan Northgate

What grades does Fort Logan Northgate serve?

Fort Logan Northgate serves students in grades 3rd through 8th.

How many students attend Fort Logan Northgate?

Fort Logan Northgate has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Logan Northgate?

The student-teacher ratio at Fort Logan Northgate is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fort Logan Northgate rank in CO?

Fort Logan Northgate ranks #1,212 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Fort Logan Northgate's MySchoolScout rating?

Fort Logan Northgate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Fort Logan Northgate?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fort Logan Northgate has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Fort Logan Northgate a charter school?

No, Fort Logan Northgate is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fort Logan Northgate a Title I school?

No, Fort Logan Northgate is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fort Logan Northgate?

93.1% of students at Fort Logan Northgate 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 8th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
93.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Arapahoe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.5%

District

Sheridan School District No. 2
District Enrollment
1,058
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,345
District Rank
#4 of 5

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