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Mandalay Middle School

Middle School · Jefferson County School District No. R-1

9651 NORTH PIERCE ST, Westminster, CO 80021

Enrollment

464

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,068 of 1,815

In Westminster

#14 of 29

public schools

In district

#97 of 140

Jefferson County School District No. R-1

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5.8/10

Middle School in Westminster · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mandalay Middle School

Mandalay Middle School is a public middle school in Westminster, CO, part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Mandalay Middle School serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

Mandalay Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,068 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Mandalay Middle School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • CO avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Mandalay 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 Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.2% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.6% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-6.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.7 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment5.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,483
Chronic Absenteeism35.6%

Mandalay Middle School — Students at Mandalay Middle School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.1% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 57.7% (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
87%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
65%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
24%
2025
Math
29.4%
ELA
47.7%

* 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 Mandalay Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
41th percentile in CO
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.6%

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

9651 NORTH PIERCE ST, Westminster, CO 80021

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mandalay Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Colorado Preparatory Academy Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Moore Middle School (rated 2.9/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Arvada), a more accessible option. For more schools in Westminster, see our Westminster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Semper Elementary School Westminster 0.3 mi 4.0
Doral Academy of Colorado Arvada 0.5 mi 5.4
Adams Elementary School Westminster 0.5 mi 3.9
Jefferson Academy Elementary Broomfield 0.7 mi 7.9
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT STANDLEY LAKE Westminster 1.0 mi 5.3
Woodrow Wilson Charter Academy Westminster 1.0 mi 7.7
DEVEREUX CLEO WALLACE CENTER Westminster 1.1 mi
Little Elementary School Arvada 1.3 mi 3.9
HYLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Westminster 1.1 mi
Moore Middle School Arvada 1.3 mi 2.9
Pomona High School Arvada 1.7 mi 5.5
SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Westminster 1.6 mi 5.6
Lukas Elementary School Westminster 1.5 mi 5.5
Jefferson Academy Broomfield 2.0 mi 7.9
Jefferson Academy High School Broomfield 2.0 mi 6.8
Standley Lake High School Westminster 1.7 mi 7.5
Colorado Preparatory Academy High School Westminster 1.9 mi 6.0
Pikes Peak Online School Westminster 1.9 mi 5.3
Colorado Preparatory Academy Elementary School Westminster 1.9 mi 6.3
Colorado Preparatory Academy Middle School Westminster 1.9 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,645

Median Home Value

$530,300

Median Rent

$2,054/mo

Population

35,562

College Educated

53.3%

Homeownership

51.8%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

36.4

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Wayne Carle Middle School Westminster, CO 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mandalay Middle School

What grades does Mandalay Middle School serve?

Mandalay Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Mandalay Middle School?

Mandalay Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mandalay Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mandalay Middle School 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 Mandalay Middle School rank in CO?

Mandalay Middle School ranks #1,068 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Mandalay Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mandalay 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 Mandalay Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mandalay Middle School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mandalay Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Mandalay Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

45.0% of students at Mandalay 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
31 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.6%

District

Jefferson County School District No. R-1
District Enrollment
74,251
Schools in District
148
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,483
District Rank
#97 of 140

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