Needs Improvement
#1754 of 1,815 schools in CO
Montbello Middle School
Middle School · School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
5290 KITTREDGE ST, Denver, CO 80239
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
3.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
285
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
3.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,754 of 1,815
In Denver
#218 of 222
public schools
In district
#195 of 196
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C
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Montbello Middle School
Middle School in Denver · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montbello Middle School
Montbello Middle School is a public middle school in Denver, CO, part of School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C. Montbello Middle School serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Montbello Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,754 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Montbello Middle School show 5% math proficiency (2025 CMAS) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 CMAS).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.7
- CO avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
81% of students at Montbello 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
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Montbello Middle School — Students at Montbello Middle School score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 16%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
91.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 6 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
How Montbello Middle School Compares
See how Montbello Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5290 KITTREDGE ST, Denver, CO 80239
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montbello Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KIPP Northeast Denver Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DSST: Green Valley Ranch Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rocky Mountain Prep Green Valley Ranch (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rocky Mountain Prep Noel Denver | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Lena Archuleta Elementary School Denver | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Montbello Career and Technical High School Denver | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Barney Ford Elementary School Denver | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Marie L. Greenwood Academy Denver | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| DSST: Green Valley Ranch High School Denver | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| DSST: Green Valley Ranch Middle School Denver | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Vista Academy Denver | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Oakland Elementary Denver | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep Green Valley Ranch Denver | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| SOAR at Green Valley Ranch Denver | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| KIPP Northeast Denver Leadership Academy Denver | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Rocky Mountain Prep RISE Denver | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Escalante-Biggs Academy Denver | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| KIPP Northeast Denver Middle School Denver | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| KIPP Northeast Elementary Denver | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Maxwell Elementary School Denver | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Montbello High School Denver | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Omar D Blair Charter School Denver | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Farrell B. Howell ECE-8 School Denver | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80239 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,661
Median Home Value
$394,500
Median Rent
$1,903/mo
Population
44,077
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
58.9%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
32.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Panorama Middle School Colorado Springs, CO | 3.3 |
| Galileo School of Math and Science Colorado Springs, CO | 3.0 |
| Gypsum Creek Middle School Gypsum, CO | 3.5 |
| Moore Middle School Arvada, CO | 2.9 |
| Bennett Middle School Bennett, CO | 2.8 |
| Wiggins Elementary School Wiggins, CO | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montbello Middle School
What grades does Montbello Middle School serve?
Montbello Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Montbello Middle School?
Montbello Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montbello Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Montbello Middle School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Montbello Middle School rank in CO?
Montbello Middle School ranks #1,754 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Montbello Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Montbello Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Montbello Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Montbello Middle School has 5% math proficiency (2025 CMAS) and 9% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 CMAS).
Is Montbello Middle School a charter school?
No, Montbello Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Montbello Middle School a Title I school?
No, Montbello Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montbello Middle School?
91.6% of students at Montbello 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 285
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 91.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 81.4%
- Phone
- (720) 424-0850
Resources & Links
District
School District No. 1 in the county of Denver and State of C- District Enrollment
- 88,258
- Schools in District
- 197
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,206
- District Rank
- #195 of 196
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