Serving 717 students in grades 6-8, Century Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 717 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Century Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Century Middle School's student population of 717 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
717 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Century Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Century Middle School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1096 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
43%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
43%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Adams 12 Five Star Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Century Middle School's ranking?
Century Middle School is ranked #1096 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Century Middle School often compared to?
Century Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shadow Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Century Middle School?
717 students attend Century Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Century Middle School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Century Middle School?
Century Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Century Middle School offer ?
Century Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Century Middle School part of?
Century Middle School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I went to Century Middle School for 7th & 8th grade, and I would not recommend this school to anyone. Ask any of the previous students.
5 10/10/2025
Good school with above average teachers. Nice facilities, would like to see a football program
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