Serving 1,491 students in grades 6-8, Prairie 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 7% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% 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: 1,491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prairie Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Prairie Middle School's student population of 1,491 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,491 students
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
School Rankings
Prairie 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 Prairie Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1655 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
47%
37%
Black
20%
5%
White
17%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prairie Middle School's ranking?
Prairie Middle School is ranked #1655 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Prairie Middle School often compared to?
Prairie Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aurora Hills Middle School, Overland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Prairie Middle School?
1,491 students attend Prairie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Prairie Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Middle School?
Prairie Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Prairie Middle School offer ?
Prairie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Prairie Middle School part of?
Prairie Middle School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
In what neighborhood is Prairie Middle School located?
Prairie Middle School is located in the Heather Ridge neighborhood of Aurora, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Heather Ridge.
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