Serving 969 students in grades 6-8, Sky Vista 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 27% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 969 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sky Vista Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sky Vista Middle School's student population of 969 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
969 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
2005
Colors
Maroon, Silver
School Rankings
Sky Vista 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 Sky Vista Middle School is 0.72, 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
#916 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
14%
5%
White
45%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Sky Vista Middle School's ranking?
Sky Vista Middle School is ranked #916 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Sky Vista Middle School?
969 students attend Sky Vista Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Sky Vista Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sky Vista Middle School?
Sky Vista Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sky Vista Middle School offer ?
Sky Vista Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sky Vista Middle School part of?
Sky Vista Middle School is part of Cherry Creek School District No. 5 In The County Of Arapah.
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