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Lemuel Pitts Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 456 students

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3 stars

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Posted June 23, 2012

hi im a 6th grader at Pitts .... it is an awsome school i love it all of the teachers are nice :)


Posted August 20, 2010

Heywhat's up I"m a student at Pitts Sweet I'm finally going into 8th grade I LIKE TACOS:D that's beside the point though anyways, I have to admit Pitts is a little ghetto and some of the kids that go there have grades worse than the special eds students. Na I'm just joking I think the school deserves higher than a 2 though. Yeah there is some kids that seem like they're gonna get either shot or arrested but, that's their choice though isn't it and they're choice is really hard to change. While anyways, Pitts is a decant school and nearly all the teachers are nice ,but the Art teacher is someone nobody likes. ; )


Posted February 5, 2009

Hi I am a 6th grader. I love this school, my mom wants me to go to some magnet school.The parents just dont under stand. Pitts is a place for kids like me who aren't dumb, but just cant make it in a fancy private school. Pitts is a fair school, the teachers are fun but hard on us when they need to be. I wouldn't change a thing about my school. I hope someone important reads this and I hope it makes a difference in someone's opinon.
—Submitted by a student


Posted June 20, 2007

Pitts is a great school,all of the teachers are helpful and friendly.It is all together a great atmosphere!
—Submitted by a student


Posted May 9, 2007

Unfortunately Pitts has gone downhill. My 6th grade son got bullied constantly and was told he needed to learn how to talk back to the bullies. This isn't what school should be about. As far as academics go, the entire district is in such turmoil there's no chance of getting any extra help if you need it. The class sizes are too big and they are only going to get bigger. Needless to say, I'm going to send my son to a private school next year. It's just been an awful experience.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 15, 2004

The principal needs to spend more time assessing the enormous problems, ie., (academics, discipline, bullying, no second chances for those caught with drugs) and less time at lunch! Focusing on academics is definately not top priority at Pitts, after all there are never enough books in required classes for our kids to bring home. Where is our tax payer money going at this school? Several parents have complained, when speaking with the principal, it is like talking to a blank wall! There is no response from this man, only the same 'old smurk' on his face. He has no concern over issuses brought to his attention. He has no concern for the kids at the school! I definately will not recommend Pitts for upcomming 6th graders. The kids are slipping through the cracks. We need caring, concerned, and patient instructors for all levels of learning!
—Submitted by a parent


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.

133 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
35%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 73% in 2012.

133 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
58%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 56% in 2012.

133 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
26%
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.

145 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
9%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 68% in 2012.

145 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
43%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 62% in 2012.

145 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
34%
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.

161 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
19%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 67% in 2012.

161 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
44%
Science

The state average for Science was 49% in 2012.

161 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
16%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 55% in 2012.

161 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
27%
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 Students35%
Female36%
Male34%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic34%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)41%
Free lunch eligible36%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch32%
Students with disabilities (IEP)4%
Students without disabilities42%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable35%

Reading

All Students58%
Female64%
Male52%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic53%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)78%
Free lunch eligible56%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch64%
Students with disabilities (IEP)26%
Students without disabilities65%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable58%

Writing

All Students26%
Female32%
Male21%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic25%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)30%
Free lunch eligible19%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)9%
Students without disabilities30%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable26%
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 Students9%
Female10%
Male8%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic9%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)9%
Free lunch eligible6%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch16%
Students with disabilities (IEP)0%
Students without disabilities11%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable10%

Reading

All Students43%
Female42%
Male43%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic42%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)46%
Free lunch eligible35%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch62%
Students with disabilities (IEP)15%
Students without disabilities49%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable44%

Writing

All Students34%
Female44%
Male27%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic36%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)30%
Free lunch eligible26%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)8%
Students without disabilities40%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable35%
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 Students19%
Female19%
Male19%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic20%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)20%
Free lunch eligible17%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch23%
Students with disabilities (IEP)6%
Students without disabilities21%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable19%

Reading

All Students44%
Female58%
Male33%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic40%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)61%
Free lunch eligible45%
Reduced lunch eligible100%
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch44%
Students with disabilities (IEP)0%
Students without disabilities49%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable45%

Science

All Students16%
Female18%
Male15%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic14%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)27%
Free lunch eligible14%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Not eligible for free/reduced price lunch18%
Students with disabilities (IEP)0%
Students without disabilities18%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable15%

Writing

All Students27%
Female36%
Male21%
Black (not Hispanic)n/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic22%
Multiracialn/a
American Indian or Alaskan Nativen/a
White (not Hispanic)44%
Free lunch eligible25%
Reduced lunch eligiblen/a
Students with disabilities (IEP)0%
Students without disabilities31%
Limited English proficiency (LEP)n/a
Language proficiency status - not applicable27%
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
Hispanic 57% 28%
White 40% 61%
Black 3% 6%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 1%
Asian/Pacific Islander 0% 4%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 75%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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29 Lehigh Ave
Pueblo, CO 81005
Phone: (719) 549-7430

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