Serving 59 students in grades 6-8, Soroco Middle School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 59 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Soroco Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Soroco Middle School's student population of 59 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring the Next Generation
School Rankings
Soroco 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 Soroco Middle School is 0.22, 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
#611 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
88%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
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 Soroco Middle School's ranking?
Soroco Middle School is ranked #611 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Soroco Middle School often compared to?
Soroco Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steamboat Springs Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Soroco Middle School?
59 students attend Soroco Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Soroco Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Soroco Middle School?
Soroco Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Soroco Middle School offer ?
Soroco Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Soroco Middle School part of?
Soroco Middle School is part of South Routt School District No. Re 3.
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