Serving 448 students in grades 6-8, Turner Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 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: 448 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turner Middle School's student population of 448 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Motto
Be a PRO鈥擯erseverance, Respect and Ownership
School Rankings
Turner 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 Turner 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
#582 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
77%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
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 Turner Middle School's ranking?
Turner Middle School is ranked #582 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Turner Middle School often compared to?
Turner Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loveland Classical School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Turner Middle School?
448 students attend Turner Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Turner Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turner Middle School?
Turner Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Turner Middle School offer ?
Turner Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Turner Middle School part of?
Turner Middle School is part of Thompson School District R-2j.
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