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Severance Middle School

Middle School · Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-4

1801 AVERY PLAZA STREET, Severance, CO 80550

Enrollment

714

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

5.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,245 of 1,815

In Severance

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#11 of 12

Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-4

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Severance Middle School

5.3/10

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

Severance High School

5.0/10

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6.3/10

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About Severance Middle School

Severance Middle School is a public middle school in Severance, CO, part of Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-4. Severance Middle School serves approximately 714 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio.

Severance Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,245 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Severance Middle School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • CO avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.76 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.4% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-1.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-3.9 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,404
Chronic Absenteeism26.1%

Severance Middle School — Students at Severance Middle School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.8% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 59.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.8% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 31 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
90%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
70%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
33%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
33%
2025
Math
35.9%
ELA
41.9%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Severance Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
32th percentile in CO
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

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

1801 AVERY PLAZA STREET, Severance, CO 80550

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Severance Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Windsor Charter Academy Middle School (rated 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Windsor), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Windsor Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Windsor), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Severance, see our Severance schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Severance High School Severance 0.9 mi 5.0
Range View Elementary Severance 1.5 mi 6.3
Windsor Charter Academy Elementary School Windsor 1.9 mi 7.9
Windsor Charter Academy Early College High School Windsor 2.2 mi 8.5
Windsor Charter Academy Middle School Windsor 2.2 mi 9.1
Mountain View Elementary School Windsor 2.5 mi 6.9
Tozer Elementary School Windsor 2.5 mi 5.9
Windsor Middle School Windsor 2.5 mi 5.9
Windsor High School Windsor 2.7 mi 6.5
Skyview Elementary School Windsor 3.0 mi 5.9
Grandview Elementary School Windsor 3.4 mi 5.9
Bethke Elementary School Timnath 4.5 mi 7.8
Winograd K-8 Elementary School Greeley 5.8 mi 4.5
Northridge High School Greeley 6.0 mi 6.3
Tointon Academy of Pre-Engineering Greeley 6.2 mi 5.0
West Ridge Academy Greeley 6.5 mi 7.2
University Schools Greeley 7.2 mi 5.4
Timnath Elementary School Timnath 6.5 mi 8.0
Colorado Early Colleges Windsor Windsor 6.4 mi 6.4
Bamford Elementary School Loveland 6.6 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$121,487

Median Home Value

$538,900

Median Rent

$1,791/mo

Population

44,224

College Educated

50.7%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

37.6

Similar Schools

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Mount Garfield Middle School Clifton, CO 5.3
Riverside School New Castle, CO 5.3
Skyview Middle School Colorado Springs, CO 5.3
Brentwood Middle School Greeley, CO 5.2
Columbine Middle School Montrose, CO 5.2
Delta Middle School Delta, CO 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Severance Middle School

What grades does Severance Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Severance Middle School?

Severance Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 714 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Severance Middle School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Severance Middle School rank in CO?

Severance Middle School ranks #1,245 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Severance Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Severance Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Severance Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Severance Middle School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Severance Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Severance Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

27.7% of students at Severance 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
714
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Weld County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

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