Serving 481 students in grades 6-8, Morey Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% 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: 481 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Morey Middle School's student population of 481 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
481 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Morey Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morey Middle School is 0.61, 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
#37 out of 1748 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
25%
36%
Black
8%
5%
White
57%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Morey Middle School's ranking?
Morey Middle School is ranked #37 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Morey Middle School often compared to?
Morey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcauliffe International School, Hill Campus Of Arts And Sciences by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Morey Middle School?
481 students attend Morey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Morey Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morey Middle School?
Morey Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Morey Middle School offer ?
Morey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morey Middle School part of?
Morey Middle School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Morey Middle School located?
Morey Middle School is located in the Central neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in Central.
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