Below Average
#1450 of 1,815 schools in CO
Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School
Middle School · Pueblo County School District 70
2320 RAWLINGS BLVD, Pueblo, CO 81001
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
100
Student-Teacher
20:1
Score
4.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,450 of 1,815
In Pueblo
#27 of 45
public schools
In district
#18 of 26
Pueblo County School District 70
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About Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School
Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School is a public middle school in Pueblo, CO, part of Pueblo County School District 70. Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School serves approximately 100 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,450 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School show 24% math proficiency (2025 CMAS) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 CMAS).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.2
- CO avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 100 students, Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School — Students at Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
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 Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School Compares
See how Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2320 RAWLINGS BLVD, Pueblo, CO 81001
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. The Connect Charter School (rated 7.7/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pleasant View Middle School (rated 5.0/10, 4.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Risley International Academy of Innovation (rated 4.3/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pueblo, see our Pueblo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Villa Bella Expeditionary School Pueblo | 0.0 mi | 6.3 |
| East High School Pueblo | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| W H Heaton Middle School Pueblo | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Belmont Elementary School Pueblo | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Eva R Baca Elementary School Pueblo | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Franklin School of Innovation Pueblo | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Haaff Elementary School Pueblo | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| CHRISTIAN GROWTH ACADEMY Pueblo | 2.2 mi | — |
| CHRISTIAN GROWTH ACADEMY Pueblo | 2.2 mi | — |
| Park View Elementary School Pueblo | 2.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Risley International Academy of Innovation Pueblo | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Fountain International Magnet School Pueblo | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Bradford Elementary School Pueblo | 3.0 mi | 3.0 |
| The Connect Charter School Pueblo | 3.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Pleasant View Middle School Pueblo | 4.0 mi | 5.0 |
| 70 Online Pueblo | 3.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Pueblo Youth Service Center Pueblo | 3.6 mi | — |
| Morton Elementary School Pueblo | 3.5 mi | 3.5 |
| GOAL Academy Pueblo | 4.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Centennial High School Pueblo | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,086
Median Home Value
$208,400
Median Rent
$1,027/mo
Population
31,448
College Educated
21.4%
Homeownership
54.5%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
23.2%
Median Age
35.1
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| ZEALOUS SCHOOLS Eagle, CO | 4.8 |
| Kiowa Middle School Kiowa, CO | 4.6 |
| Custer Middle School Westcliffe, CO | 4.9 |
| D60 Online School Pueblo, CO | 4.9 |
| Hayden Middle School Hayden, CO | 5.1 |
| Clear Creek Middle School Evergreen, CO | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School
What grades does Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School serve?
Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School?
Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 100 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School rank in CO?
Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School ranks #1,450 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School has 24% math proficiency (2025 CMAS) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 CMAS).
Is Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School a charter school?
Yes, Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School a Title I school?
No, Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 100
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pueblo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.0%
- Phone
- (719) 621-1763
Resources & Links
District
Pueblo County School District 70- District Enrollment
- 10,644
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,559
- District Rank
- #18 of 26
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