Serving 672 students in grades 6-8, Northglenn 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 6% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northglenn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northglenn Middle School's student population of 672 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
672 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Northglenn 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 Northglenn Middle School is 0.47, 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
#1701 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
70%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
19%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Northglenn Middle School's ranking?
Northglenn Middle School is ranked #1701 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Northglenn Middle School?
672 students attend Northglenn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Northglenn Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 2% 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 Northglenn Middle School?
Northglenn Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northglenn Middle School offer ?
Northglenn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northglenn Middle School part of?
Northglenn Middle School is part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools.
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