Skinner Middle School

Skinner Middle School serves 656 students in grades 6-8 in Denver, Colorado, earning recognition as one of the state's higher-performing middle schools. Located at 3435 West 40th Avenue, the school ranks #298 out of 1,831 Colorado schools, placing it in the 84th percentile statewide with a solid 7.0 MySchoolScout rating. The school maintains a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio with 34 full-time equivalent teachers.

Academically, Skinner shows particular strength in English Language Arts, where 56% of students score proficient or above across all grade levels. Math performance shows room for growth, with 38% of students achieving proficiency, presenting opportunities for continued academic development. The school draws from an educated and economically stable community in the 80211 ZIP code, where 68% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher and the median household income reaches $110,194.

The neighborhood's median home value of $692,700 reflects the area's desirability, while a low 9.4% poverty rate indicates strong community resources. Skinner Middle School operates within Denver's large city setting, providing students with urban educational opportunities while serving a well-established residential neighborhood known for its educated families and community stability.