Serving 682 students in grades 6-8, Oberon Middle School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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: 682 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oberon Middle School's student population of 682 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
682 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Oberon Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oberon Middle School is 0.38, 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
#634 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
77%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Oberon Middle School's ranking?
Oberon Middle School is ranked #634 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Oberon Middle School often compared to?
Oberon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Drake Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Oberon Middle School?
682 students attend Oberon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Oberon Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oberon Middle School?
Oberon Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Oberon Middle School offer ?
Oberon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oberon Middle School part of?
Oberon Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Oberon Middle School located?
Oberon Middle School is located in the Cameo Estates neighborhood of Arvada, CO. There are 2 other public schools located in Cameo Estates.
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