Serving 361 students in grades 6-8, Summit Middle Charter School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher 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 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Middle Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Summit Middle Charter School's student population of 361 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Summit Middle Charter School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summit Middle Charter School is 0.56, 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
#5 out of 1779 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
10%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
63%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Summit Middle Charter School's ranking?
Summit Middle Charter School is ranked #5 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Summit Middle Charter School often compared to?
Summit Middle Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Hills Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Summit Middle Charter School?
361 students attend Summit Middle Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Summit Middle Charter School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit Middle Charter School?
Summit Middle Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Summit Middle Charter School offer ?
Summit Middle Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit Middle Charter School part of?
Summit Middle Charter School is part of Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
In what neighborhood is Summit Middle Charter School located?
Summit Middle Charter School is located in the Martin Acres neighborhood of Boulder, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Martin Acres.
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