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Montezuma-cortez Middle School
Middle School · Montezuma-Cortez School District No. Re-1
450 WEST 2ND STREET, Cortez, CO 81321
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
543
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,319 of 1,815
In Cortez
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
Montezuma-Cortez School District No. Re-1
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Montezuma-cortez Middle School
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About Montezuma-cortez Middle School
Montezuma-cortez Middle School is a public middle school in Cortez, CO, part of Montezuma-Cortez School District No. Re-1. Montezuma-cortez Middle School serves approximately 543 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
Montezuma-cortez Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,319 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Montezuma-cortez Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- CO avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Montezuma-cortez 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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Montezuma-cortez Middle School — Students at Montezuma-cortez Middle School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 31 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.3/10.
How Montezuma-cortez Middle School Compares
See how Montezuma-cortez Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
450 WEST 2ND STREET, Cortez, CO 81321
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montezuma-cortez Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Dolores Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Dolores), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mancos Middle School (rated 3.4/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Mancos), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cortez, see our Cortez schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CORTEZ ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cortez | 0.2 mi | — |
| Mesa Elementary School Cortez | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Beech Street Preschool Cortez | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Kemper Elementary School Cortez | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Children's Kiva Montessori School Cortez | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Montezuma-Cortez High School Cortez | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Southwest Open Charter School Cortez | 2.1 mi | 5.8 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cortez | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Lewis-Arriola Elementary School Cortez | 9.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Dolores Elementary School Dolores | 10.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Dolores High School Dolores | 10.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Dolores Middle School Dolores | 10.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Teddy Bear Preschool Dolores | 10.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Kwiyagat Community Academy Tawoac | 12.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Battle Rock Charter School Cortez | 13.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Mancos Middle School Mancos | 16.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Mancos High School Mancos | 16.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Pleasant View Charter School Pleasant View | 19.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Mancos Elementary School Mancos | 16.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Mancos Early Learning Center Mancos | 16.5 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81321 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,737
Median Home Value
$259,500
Median Rent
$1,010/mo
Population
14,278
College Educated
27.6%
Homeownership
71.4%
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
42.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Blevins Middle School Fort Collins, CO | 5.0 |
| Columbia Middle School Aurora, CO | 5.0 |
| Horizon Middle School Aurora, CO | 5.0 |
| Pleasant View Middle School Pueblo, CO | 5.0 |
| Basalt Middle School Basalt, CO | 5.1 |
| Bill Reed Middle School Loveland, CO | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montezuma-cortez Middle School
What grades does Montezuma-cortez Middle School serve?
Montezuma-cortez Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Montezuma-cortez Middle School?
Montezuma-cortez Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 543 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montezuma-cortez Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Montezuma-cortez Middle School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Montezuma-cortez Middle School rank in CO?
Montezuma-cortez Middle School ranks #1,319 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Montezuma-cortez Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Montezuma-cortez Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Montezuma-cortez Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Montezuma-cortez Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Montezuma-cortez Middle School a charter school?
No, Montezuma-cortez Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Montezuma-cortez Middle School a Title I school?
No, Montezuma-cortez Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montezuma-cortez Middle School?
64.6% of students at Montezuma-cortez 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
- 543
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Montezuma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.0%
- Phone
- (970) 565-7824
Resources & Links
District
Montezuma-Cortez School District No. Re-1- District Enrollment
- 2,505
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,684
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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