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Glenwood Springs Middle School

Middle School · Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1

120 SOCCERFIELD ROAD, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601

Enrollment

378

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,165 of 1,815

In Glenwood Springs

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#9 of 14

Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1

School environment

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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5.5/10

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About Glenwood Springs Middle School

Glenwood Springs Middle School is a public middle school in Glenwood Springs, CO, part of Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1. Glenwood Springs Middle School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio.

Glenwood Springs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,165 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Glenwood Springs Middle School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • CO avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Glenwood Springs 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 Progress4.6Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-4.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20.2% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.7% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-15.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.2 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment7.7Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,667
Chronic Absenteeism40.2%

Glenwood Springs Middle School — Students at Glenwood Springs Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.1% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 44.8% (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
81%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
21%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
28%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
15%
2025
Math
20.1%
ELA
32.9%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Glenwood Springs Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
36th percentile in CO
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
7.7/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.2%

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

120 SOCCERFIELD ROAD, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Glenwood Springs Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Carbondale Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Carbondale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverside School (rated 5.3/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby New Castle), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glenwood Springs, see our Glenwood Springs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Two Rivers Community School Glenwood Springs 0.4 mi 7.1
Yampah Mountain School Glenwood Springs 1.7 mi 6.5
Glenwood Springs Elementary School Glenwood Springs 2.1 mi 5.1
Glenwood Springs High School Glenwood Springs 2.5 mi 7.5
ST STEPHEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Glenwood Springs 2.8 mi 6.6
Sopris Elementary School Glenwood Springs 4.4 mi 6.6
Riverview School Glenwood Springs 6.4 mi 7.5
Kathryn Senor Elementary School New Castle 9.2 mi 5.1
Riverside School New Castle 9.2 mi 5.3
AMBLESIDE AT SKYLARK New Castle 9.2 mi 6.5
Elk Creek Elementary New Castle 9.7 mi 4.0
LIBERTY CLASSICAL ACADEMY New Castle 9.9 mi 5.2
Carbondale Community Charter School Carbondale 12.6 mi 4.8
COLORADO ROCKY MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Carbondale 12.8 mi 7.3
Bridges Carbondale 13.9 mi 7.3
Ross Montessori School Carbondale 14.0 mi 3.3
Crystal River Elementary School Carbondale 14.3 mi 5.0
Carbondale Middle School Carbondale 14.3 mi 8.1
Roaring Fork High School Carbondale 14.7 mi 7.2
Coal Ridge High School New Castle 13.4 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 81601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,632

Median Home Value

$726,000

Median Rent

$1,812/mo

Population

16,268

College Educated

40.7%

Homeownership

62.3%

Avg Commute

27.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.2%

Median Age

38.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Glenwood Springs Middle School

What grades does Glenwood Springs Middle School serve?

Glenwood Springs Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Glenwood Springs Middle School?

Glenwood Springs Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Glenwood Springs Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Glenwood Springs Middle School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Glenwood Springs Middle School rank in CO?

Glenwood Springs Middle School ranks #1,165 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Glenwood Springs Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Glenwood Springs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Glenwood Springs Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Glenwood Springs Middle School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Glenwood Springs Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Glenwood Springs Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

60.6% of students at Glenwood Springs 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
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Garfield County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.2%

District

Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1
District Enrollment
5,841
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,667
District Rank
#9 of 14

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