Serving 285 students in grades 6-8, Bayfield 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 18% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: 285 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bayfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Bayfield Middle School's student population of 285 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2024
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Mascot
Wolverine
School Rankings
Bayfield 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 Bayfield Middle School is 0.44, 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
#1334 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
36%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverine
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bayfield Middle School's ranking?
Bayfield Middle School is ranked #1334 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Bayfield Middle School?
285 students attend Bayfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Bayfield Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bayfield Middle School?
Bayfield Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bayfield Middle School offer ?
Bayfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bayfield Middle School part of?
Bayfield Middle School is part of Bayfield School District No. 10jt-R.
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Thanksgiving break (Events)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break (Events)
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
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