Serving 335 students in grades 6-8, Grant Beacon Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grant Beacon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Grant Beacon Middle School's student population of 335 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grant Beacon 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 Grant Beacon Middle School is 0.62, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#915 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
53%
36%
Black
7%
5%
White
31%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Grant Beacon Middle School's ranking?
Grant Beacon Middle School is ranked #915 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Grant Beacon Middle School often compared to?
Grant Beacon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merrill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Grant Beacon Middle School?
335 students attend Grant Beacon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Grant Beacon Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grant Beacon Middle School?
Grant Beacon Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Grant Beacon Middle School offer ?
Grant Beacon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Grant Beacon Middle School part of?
Grant Beacon Middle School is part of School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C.
In what neighborhood is Grant Beacon Middle School located?
Grant Beacon Middle School is located in the South Denver neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 5 other public schools located in South Denver.
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