Serving 982 students in grades 6-8, Drake Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 982 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Drake Junior High School's student population of 982 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
982 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Drake Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Drake Junior High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#548 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
12%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
79%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drake Junior High School's ranking?
Drake Junior High School is ranked #548 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Drake Junior High School often compared to?
Drake Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oberon Middle School, Bell Middle School, Manning Options School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Drake Junior High School?
982 students attend Drake Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Drake Junior High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Drake Junior High School?
Drake Junior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Drake Junior High School offer ?
Drake Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Drake Junior High School part of?
Drake Junior High School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Drake Junior High School located?
Drake Junior High School is located in the Appleridge Estates neighborhood of Arvada, CO.
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