Ignacio Middle School

Ignacio Middle School is a regular public middle school located in the remote rural area of Ignacio, Colorado. Serving students from sixth to eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 155 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11.1:1 with 14 full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance at Ignacio Middle School is currently rated 3.2 out of 10 by MySchoolScout, placing it in the 52nd percentile among Colorado schools and ranking it as the 887th best school out of 1831 middle schools in the state.

In terms of test scores, 32% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, while only 10% meet proficiency standards in Math. Despite these challenges, the school is focused on providing a supportive and nurturing environment to help its students develop both academically and socially. Ignacio Middle School is situated in a small rural community where close-knit relationships between teachers, parents, and students are an integral part of the educational experience.

With an enrollment of 155 students, Ignacio Middle School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Ignacio Middle School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Ignacio Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.