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Lewis-palmer Middle School

Middle School · Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 in the co

1776 WOODMOOR DRIVE, Monument, CO 80132

Enrollment

782

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#805 of 1,815

In Monument

#7 of 7

public schools

In district

#9 of 10

Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 in the co

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Lewis-palmer Middle School

6.6/10

Middle School in Monument · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lewis-palmer Middle School

Lewis-palmer Middle School is a public middle school in Monument, CO, part of Lewis-Palmer Consolidated School District No. 38 in the co. Lewis-palmer Middle School serves approximately 782 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lewis-palmer Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #805 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Lewis-palmer Middle School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above CO schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • CO avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.1% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63.4% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+10 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.5 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-7.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,434
Chronic Absenteeism20.3%

Lewis-palmer Middle School — Students at Lewis-palmer Middle School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.6% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 70.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.4% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 33 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
95%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
48%
2025
Math
46.1%
ELA
63.2%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Lewis-palmer Middle School Compares

See how Lewis-palmer Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
56th percentile in CO
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.3%

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

1776 WOODMOOR DRIVE, Monument, CO 80132

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lewis-palmer Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Discovery Canyon Campus Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, The Classical Academy Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Colorado Springs), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Monument, see our Monument schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Education reEnvisioned School Monument 0.6 mi
Palmer Ridge High School Monument 0.7 mi 8.0
Lewis-Palmer Elementary School Monument 0.6 mi 7.0
ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Monument 1.1 mi 5.9
Monument Charter Academy Monument 1.0 mi 8.3
Lewis-Palmer High School Monument 1.5 mi 7.5
Bear Creek Elementary School Monument 2.6 mi 7.7
Prairie Winds Elementary School Monument 3.1 mi 7.6
Antelope Trails Elementary School Colorado Springs 3.8 mi 5.8
Palmer Lake Elementary School Palmer Lake 3.4 mi 7.6
Monument Charter Academy Secondary School Colorado Springs 5.0 mi 4.9
The Classical Academy Charter Colorado Springs 6.4 mi 8.7
The Classical Academy Middle School Colorado Springs 6.4 mi 7.9
The Classical Academy High School Colorado Springs 6.4 mi 9.0
Discovery Canyon Campus High School Colorado Springs 6.1 mi 7.6
Discovery Canyon Campus Middle School Colorado Springs 6.1 mi 8.5
Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School Colorado Springs 6.1 mi 8.4
The Da Vinci Academy School Colorado Springs 6.9 mi 6.5
Douglass Valley Elementary School Usaf Academy 7.6 mi 7.8
Ray E Kilmer Elementary School Colorado Springs 6.1 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$155,176

Median Home Value

$700,900

Median Rent

$2,134/mo

Population

29,379

College Educated

58.5%

Homeownership

87.8%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

42.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lewis-palmer Middle School

What grades does Lewis-palmer Middle School serve?

Lewis-palmer Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Lewis-palmer Middle School?

Lewis-palmer Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 782 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lewis-palmer Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lewis-palmer Middle School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lewis-palmer Middle School rank in CO?

Lewis-palmer Middle School ranks #805 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Lewis-palmer Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lewis-palmer Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Lewis-palmer Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lewis-palmer Middle School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lewis-palmer Middle School a charter school?

No, Lewis-palmer Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lewis-palmer Middle School a Title I school?

No, Lewis-palmer Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
782
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
El Paso County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.3%

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