Serving 600 students in grades 6-8, Holmes Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Holmes Middle School's student population of 600 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
Holmes 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 Holmes Middle School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#876 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
4%
5%
White
62%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holmes Middle School's ranking?
Holmes Middle School is ranked #876 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Holmes Middle School often compared to?
Holmes Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Middle School, West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Holmes Middle School?
600 students attend Holmes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Holmes Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holmes Middle School?
Holmes Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Holmes Middle School offer ?
Holmes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Holmes Middle School part of?
Holmes Middle School is part of Colorado Springs School District No. 11 In The County Of E.
In what neighborhood is Holmes Middle School located?
Holmes Middle School is located in the West Colorado Springs neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in West Colorado Springs.
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