Serving 425 students in grades 6-8, Shaw Heights 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 8% (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 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shaw Heights Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Shaw Heights Middle School's student population of 425 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Falcons
School Rankings
Shaw Heights 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 Shaw Heights Middle School is 0.39, 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
#1626 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≤5%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
77%
36%
Black
3%
5%
White
13%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shaw Heights Middle School's ranking?
Shaw Heights Middle School is ranked #1626 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Shaw Heights Middle School often compared to?
Shaw Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colorado Sports Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% 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 Shaw Heights Middle School?
425 students attend Shaw Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Shaw Heights Middle School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shaw Heights Middle School?
Shaw Heights Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shaw Heights Middle School offer ?
Shaw Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shaw Heights Middle School part of?
Shaw Heights Middle School is part of Westminster School District.
In what neighborhood is Shaw Heights Middle School located?
Shaw Heights Middle School is located in the Shaw Heights neighborhood of Westminster, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Shaw Heights.
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