Serving 851 students in grades 6-8, Summit Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 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 37% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 851 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Summit Ridge Middle School's student population of 851 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
851 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Summit Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Ridge Middle School is 0.52, 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
#629 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)37%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
22%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
66%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Jefferson County School District No. R-1
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Summit Ridge Middle School is ranked #629 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Summit Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Summit Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carmody Middle School, Dunstan Middle School, Deer Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Summit Ridge Middle School?
851 students attend Summit Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Summit Ridge Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit Ridge Middle School?
Summit Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Summit Ridge Middle School offer ?
Summit Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit Ridge Middle School part of?
Summit Ridge Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Summit Ridge Middle School located?
Summit Ridge Middle School is located in the Summit Ridge at West Meadows neighborhood of Littleton, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Summit Ridge at West Meadows.
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