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Trail Ridge Middle School

Middle School · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J

1000 BUTTON ROCK DRIVE, Longmont, CO 80504

Enrollment

470

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

5.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#1,175 of 1,815

In Longmont

#22 of 30

public schools

In district

#41 of 54

St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J

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Trail Ridge Middle School

5.5/10

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

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7.8/10

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4.1/10

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About Trail Ridge Middle School

Trail Ridge Middle School is a public middle school in Longmont, CO, part of St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J.

Trail Ridge Middle School serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Trail Ridge Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,175 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Trail Ridge Middle School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • CO avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Trail Ridge 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 Progress5.2Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.7% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.8% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg-8.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.1 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected-0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment5.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,045
Chronic Absenteeism41.7%

Trail Ridge Middle School — Students at Trail Ridge Middle School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 34.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
35.1% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 46.4% (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
81%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
84%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
35%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
21%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
20%
2025
Math
28%
ELA
37.8%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Trail Ridge Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
35th percentile in CO
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.7%

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

1000 BUTTON ROCK DRIVE, Longmont, CO 80504

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trail Ridge Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Central Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fall River Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LONGMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Longmont, see our Longmont schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Fall River Elementary School Longmont 0.5 mi 7.8
Rocky Mountain Elementary School Longmont 1.2 mi 4.1
Skyline High School Longmont 1.3 mi 5.8
Timberline PK-8 Longmont 1.5 mi 7.2
Alpine Elementary School Longmont 1.9 mi 3.8
Columbine Elementary School Longmont 2.0 mi 6.6
LONGMONT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longmont 2.1 mi 7.8
HOPEWELL BAPTIST ACADEMY Longmont 2.2 mi
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC SCHOOL Longmont 2.3 mi 7.3
SIERRA SCHOOL OF MAIN STREET Longmont 2.3 mi 5.7
CROSSROADS SCHOOL Longmont 2.6 mi
THE COTTAGE SCHOOL - TERRY Longmont 2.7 mi
Central Elementary School Longmont 2.8 mi 8.6
Northridge Elementary School Longmont 2.9 mi 5.2
St. Vrain LaunchED Virtual Academy Longmont 2.9 mi 5.4
St. Vrain Community Montessori School Longmont 3.1 mi 6.1
Mountain View Elementary School Longmont 3.1 mi 5.0
Burlington Elementary School Longmont 3.4 mi 4.9
GATEWAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Longmont 3.1 mi
Longs Peak Middle School Longmont 3.2 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,671

Median Home Value

$556,500

Median Rent

$1,895/mo

Population

61,305

College Educated

42.7%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

40.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Trail Ridge Middle School

What grades does Trail Ridge Middle School serve?

Trail Ridge Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Trail Ridge Middle School?

Trail Ridge Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Trail Ridge Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Trail Ridge Middle School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Trail Ridge Middle School rank in CO?

Trail Ridge Middle School ranks #1,175 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Trail Ridge Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Trail Ridge Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Trail Ridge Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Trail Ridge Middle School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Trail Ridge Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Trail Ridge Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

57.2% of students at Trail Ridge 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
21 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Boulder County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.7%

District

St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J
District Enrollment
31,757
Schools in District
54
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,045
District Rank
#41 of 54

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