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West Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 1132 students

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4 stars

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Posted April 22, 2013

This middle school is absolutely amazing at preparing its students for the rigors of high school. Add this to experienced professionals, and a vast variety of options for students at the school and your child will receive the best middle years education possible if you choose West!


Posted March 19, 2013

I believe the school is great academically, but they aren't great at protecting students from harassment.


Posted February 21, 2013

My two kids are attending West and the school is fabulous. Involved teachers, accessible principal and administrators, great counselors and strict security guards and deans.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 20, 2008

West is a fabulous school. My kids love it there. Many of the teachers are great and really do want to see your child succeed. The principal is very approachable and the counselors are very helpful. I don't agree with the posting that the emphasis is on the CSAP scores more than academics. I have had teachers work closely with me to make sure my child succeeds in the daily classroom We feel very lucky to be attending this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 18, 2008

West is a wonderful school! My daughter is in her first year of middle school this year at West. Academically she has been recogonized for advanced classes by her teachers, she is motivated and really enjoying her studies at West. Thanks to wonderful teachers and support staff, we are looking forward to an outstanding year ahead.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 13, 2008

Great teachers. But, the leadership (principal) seems to be taking the school in the wrong direction. There is too much emphasis on CSAP and not enough emphasis on all the other very important aspects to a child's education. There is more to education than the CSAP.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 20, 2008

Great school, great part of town to live. It's got it all!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 9, 2008

west is the best school for advanced children even better than campus
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 17, 2007

If you have a motivated student that rises to the challenge great! If you have a student that needs help managing the large responsibilities, good luck!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 6, 2007

IT is a alright school but there deans are really strict. And during gym class there expectations are to high.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 10, 2006

I could not imagine a better school for my 7th grader. The teachers are amazing and friendly. You are greeted with a smile. If you have any questions, they will answer them. Thank you West!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 19, 2004

This is a really great school their curricculm is a little hard and so is their expectations but it teaches the kids a lot I love it
—Submitted by tamara Hill, a student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

384 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 73% in 2012.

384 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 56% in 2012.

384 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 53% in 2012.

363 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2012.

363 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 62% in 2012.

363 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 52% in 2012.

357 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 67% in 2012.

357 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%
Science

The state average for Science was 49% in 2012.

357 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 55% in 2012.

357 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

All Students84%
Female86%
Male84%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asian80%
Hispanic66%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)91%
Free lunch eligible58%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch89%
Students with disabilities (IEP)27%
Students without disabilities89%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable87%

Reading

All Students88%
Female91%
Male85%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asian87%
Hispanic72%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)93%
Free lunch eligible63%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch92%
Students with disabilities (IEP)23%
Students without disabilities94%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable92%

Writing

All Students77%
Female80%
Male74%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asian80%
Hispanic56%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)84%
Free lunch eligible44%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)20%
Students without disabilities82%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable81%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

The different student groups are identified by the Colorado Department of Education. If there are fewer than 16 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

All Students83%
Female86%
Male80%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asian89%
Hispanic59%
Multiracial80%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)88%
Free lunch eligible51%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch88%
Students with disabilities (IEP)35%
Students without disabilities88%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable85%

Reading

All Students89%
Female93%
Male85%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asian83%
Hispanic75%
Multiracial85%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)94%
Free lunch eligible54%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch94%
Students with disabilities (IEP)50%
Students without disabilities93%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable92%

Writing

All Students84%
Female90%
Male78%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asian80%
Hispanic61%
Multiracial85%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)90%
Free lunch eligible54%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)41%
Students without disabilities88%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable87%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

The different student groups are identified by the Colorado Department of Education. If there are fewer than 16 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

Math

All Students76%
Female76%
Male76%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asian83%
Hispanic40%
Multiracial75%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)83%
Free lunch eligible42%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch80%
Students with disabilities (IEP)28%
Students without disabilities81%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable80%

Reading

All Students82%
Female86%
Male77%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asian83%
Hispanic53%
Multiracial94%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)88%
Free lunch eligible42%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch87%
Students with disabilities (IEP)31%
Students without disabilities87%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable87%

Science

All Students69%
Female72%
Male66%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asian71%
Hispanic33%
Multiracial75%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)76%
Free lunch eligible32%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch74%
Students with disabilities (IEP)22%
Students without disabilities74%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable73%

Writing

All Students71%
Female82%
Male60%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asian71%
Hispanic40%
Multiracial63%
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)78%
Free lunch eligible40%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)19%
Students without disabilities76%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable75%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Colorado used the Transitional Colorado Assessment Program (TCAP) to test students' skills in reading, writing and mathematics in grades 3 through 10, and in science in grades 5, 8 and 10. The TSAP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Colorado. The goal is for all students to score at or above proficient on the test. The TCAP replaced the CSAP as Colorado's state assessment program effective for the 2011-2012 school year.

The different student groups are identified by the Colorado Department of Education. If there are fewer than 16 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Colorado's state standards

Source: Colorado Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 82% 61%
Hispanic 9% 28%
Asian/Pacific Islander 5% 4%
Black 4% 6%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 13%N/A35%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A17
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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5151 South Holly
Greenwood Village, CO 80121
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Phone: (720) 554-5100

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