BERKELEY · DE ELECCIÓN · GRADOS 6–8

Skinner Middle School

3435 West 40 Th Avenue · Denver, CO

estudiantes
713
maestro : estudiante
17:1
por estudiante
15,307
Walk Score
76

Calificación de desempeño

Performance Plan · 2026*

Fuente

Fuente: Marco de Desempeño Escolar de Colorado (SPF)

2026

Performance Plan

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Calificación de desempeño · 2019–2026

2019

2020

2021

2022

2023

2024

2025*

2026*

No se emitieron calificaciones (COVID-19): 2020–2021 · *preliminar · Fuente: Marco de Desempeño Escolar de Colorado (SPF)

About the School

Schools provided these descriptions and may update them from year to year. Please contact the school directly for the most current information.

Serving a vibrant community of 715 students, Skinner Middle School is renowned for its rigorous academics and dedication to preparing students for high school and beyond. Our exceptional leadership team, passionate faculty, and caring staff are deeply committed to nurturing both the academic success and emotional well-being of every student.

At Skinner, we offer an extensive range of daily electives that inspire creativity and exploration, including Art, Spanish, STEAM, PE, Woodshop, Band, Audio Production, Choir, and many more. Students can also engage in competitive athletics and a variety of after-school clubs, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

We proudly embrace the belief that every student deserves a tailored learning experience. Our comprehensive programming supports all learners—from gifted and talented students to those needing specialized interventions or special education services. Our dedicated teachers collaborate closely with students to unlock their full potential, consistently achieving some of the highest academic growth rates in the district.

Skinner fosters a positive and inclusive school culture rooted in Restorative Practices. This approach emphasizes building strong relationships, cultivating a supportive community, and guiding students toward self-discipline, accountability, and respect for others. Our diverse and welcoming environment empowers students to grow intellectually, socially, and emotionally.

We invite you to discover why Skinner Middle School is the right choice for your child’s education and personal growth. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help your student succeed!

Datos que la escuela reporta a Denver Public Schools

School Details

Grades Served
6-8
Monday - Friday
8:20am-3:20pm
Total Enrollment
713

Fuente

Denver Public Schools school-provided data

Total enrollment represents the number of PK-12 students present in October 2025. These numbers may have changed as students move in and out of the district.

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Teacher-to-Student Ratio
17:1

Fuente

Denver Public Schools school-provided data

Teacher-to-Student ratio shows the number of teaching staff to the number of students. Teachers may include classroom teachers, enrichment / specials teachers, special educators, and other members of instructional staff. This is not representative of class size.

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Uniforms
Not Required

Fuente

Denver Public Schools school-provided data

Uniform requirements and guidelines may change from year to year and differ from school to school. Schools that do not require uniforms will still adhere to dress code policies. Please confirm uniform and dress code requirements with the school.

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Transportation
District Transportation Available

Fuente

Denver Public Schools school-provided data

Transportation options may change from year to year and based on staffing issues. Students with special needs may receive transporation services based on their assigned program and/or Individualized Education Plan. Students may also be eligible for free or reduced cost bus passes through RTD. Please confirm transportation options with the school.

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Per Pupil Expenditure
15,307

Fuente

Denver Public Schools school-provided data

Per pupil expenditure is the average amount of money spent on each student. This includes costs for staff, building and maintenance, supplies, and other small and large scale expenses necessary to operate a school.

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Horario escolar · lun–vie

8:20am
3:20pm

82.3%

Students feel a sense of belonging

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Student Demographics

This data is based on the October 2025 enrollment counts.

White 51.8%
Hispanic or Latino 38.3%
Other 6.6%
Black or African American 2.4%
Asian 1.0%

Student Special Populations

This data represents the student population as of October 2025. This information may have changed since that time.

Economically Disadvantaged 37.6%
Special Education 14.2%
English Learners 4.2%

Teacher Demographics

This data represents the self-identified racial background of the teaching staff at the school as of October 2024.

Teacher Demographics ▸
White 82.5%
Hispanic or Latino 12.5%
Asian 2.5%
Unknown or Withheld 2.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native <1%
Black or African American <1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander <1%
Two or More Races <1%

Average Years of Teacher Experience

Average Years of Experience for Teachers
10.17

Fuente

Denver Public Schools school-provided data

Average years of teacher experience were provided by Denver Public Schools in October 2024. Schools with NA do not have data available. Please contact the school directly for more information.

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Student Survey Results

The student survey, known as Your Voice / Tu Voz was completed with students in Spring of 2025. These data were obtained by a Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) request to Denver Public Schools (DPS).  Questions were sorted into topic areas based on prior DPS reports and the results we report reflect the percent of all responses that were in the top two most positive categories for each question, such as "strongly agree" and "agree".  Parent results are only presented where at least 30 responses were available.  Student results are only presented where at least 30 responses were available or the approximated response rate for the school was 50% or greater.

Estudiantes Padres 2025

Students feel a sense of belonging

82.3%

Students feel engaged in learning and activities

63.1%

Students feel safe and healthy

84.8%

Students feel they have choice and agency

70.2%

Parent Survey Results

Parents feel involved in school decisions 64.9%
Parents feel welcomed by their school 87.9%
Parents have positive interactions with teachers 89.3%

Discipline: % of Total Student Population

This data represents the total number of disciplinary actions in the 2024-2025 school year divided by the total population of students in the same year. For lines that read NA, data is unavailable at this time.

All Students

In School Suspensions

10.7%

Out of School Suspensions

14.4%

Referrals to Law Enforcement

0.1%

American Indian or Alaska Native

In School Suspensions

NA

Out of School Suspensions

NA

Referrals to Law Enforcement

NA

Asian

In School Suspensions

NA

Out of School Suspensions

NA

Referrals to Law Enforcement

NA

Black or African American

In School Suspensions

30.4%

Out of School Suspensions

34.8%

Referrals to Law Enforcement

0.0%

Hispanic or Latino

In School Suspensions

18.2%

Out of School Suspensions

28.0%

Referrals to Law Enforcement

0.4%

Two or More Races

In School Suspensions

20.6%

Out of School Suspensions

2.9%

Referrals to Law Enforcement

0.0%

White

In School Suspensions

2.4%

Out of School Suspensions

3.3%

Referrals to Law Enforcement

0.0%

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Cómo les va a los estudiantes

CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in English Language Arts

The Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) exam measures how schools prepare students for the academic standards of their grade. Students who met expectations are considered academically prepared to engage successfully in further studies in this content area, while students who exceeded expectations are considered academically well prepared to engage successfully in further studies in this content area. For lines that read NA, data is unavailable from the Colorado Department of Education at this time.

2025 2026 Cambio
All Students 64.4 67.6 +3.2
Hispanic or Latino 29.2 35.2 +6.0
Two or More Races 94.1 83.9 −10.2
White 82.3 82.3 0.0
Economically Disadvantaged 24.0 33.8 +9.8
Not Economically Disadvantaged 76.3 81.5 +5.2

CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Math

The Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) exam measures how schools prepare students for the academic standards of their grade. Students who met expectations are considered academically prepared to engage successfully in further studies in this content area, while students who exceeded expectations are considered academically well prepared to engage successfully in further studies in this content area. For lines that read NA, data is unavailable from the Colorado Department of Education at this time.

2025 2026 Cambio
All Students 51.0 55.3 +4.3
Hispanic or Latino 21.1 23.3 +2.2
Two or More Races – 78.6 –
White 68.0 69.1 +1.1
Economically Disadvantaged 16.0 20.8 +4.8
Not Economically Disadvantaged 61.7 69.8 +8.1

– · el estado no lo reportó ese año

CMAS: Median Growth in English Language Arts

The Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) exam measures how schools prepare students for the academic standards of their grade. Median Growth Percentile demonstrates this groups progress relative to the current tested student population in this content area. For lines that read NA, data is unavailable from the Colorado Department of Education at this time. Scores that are greater than 50 indicate that students are growing more academically at this school than most students in Colorado. Scores that are less than 50 indicate that students at this school are growing less compared to other Colorado students.

2025 2026 Cambio
All Students 53.0 52.0 −1.0
Hispanic or Latino 53.0 49.0 −4.0
Two or More Races – 56.0 –
White 55.0 53.5 −1.5
Economically Disadvantaged 47.5 49.0 +1.5
Not Economically Disadvantaged 55.0 53.0 −2.0

– · el estado no lo reportó ese año

CMAS: Median Growth in Math

The Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) exam measures how schools prepare students for the academic standards of their grade. Median Growth Percentile demonstrates this groups progress relative to the current tested student population in this content area. For lines that read NA, data is unavailable from the Colorado Department of Education at this time. Scores that are greater than 50 indicate that students are growing more academically at this school than most students in Colorado. Scores that are less than 50 indicate that students at this school are growing less compared to other Colorado students.

2025 2026 Cambio
All Students 53.0 59.0 +6.0
Hispanic or Latino 39.5 48.0 +8.5
Two or More Races – 53.0 –
White 55.5 65.0 +9.5
Economically Disadvantaged 42.5 47.5 +5.0
Not Economically Disadvantaged 55.0 64.0 +9.0

– · el estado no lo reportó ese año

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Qué ofrece la escuela

Schools provided this information and may update it from year to year. Please contact the school to confirm programs of interest.

Academic Offerings

  • Academic Club or Competition
  • Audio Production
  • Choir
  • Club Based on Ethnicity or Culture
  • Composition
  • Comprehensive Health
  • Drawing
  • Gifted and Talented Supports
  • Honors Courses
  • STEM
  • Spanish
  • Visual Arts

Special Programs

  • Band
  • Baseball (Boys)
  • Basketball (Boys)
  • Basketball (Girls)
  • Community Service Club or Organization
  • Cross Country (Boys)
  • Cross Country (Girls)
  • Fitness
  • Flag Football (Co-ed)
  • Football (Boys)
  • Futures Football
  • Gardening
  • Highly Gifted and Talented
  • Music
  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Physical Education (PE)
  • School Yearbook or Newspaper
  • Sculpture
  • Soccer (Boys)
  • Soccer (Girls)
  • Softball (Girls)
  • String Orchestra
  • Student Leadership
  • Technology
  • Volleyball (Boys)
  • Volleyball (Girls)

Student Services & Supports

  • After-School Programs
  • Breakfast
  • Community Resources
  • Lunch

Special Education

  • Affective Needs Center-Based Program (AN)
  • Multi-Intensive Center-Based Program (MI)

Multi-Lingual Learners

  • ESL (English as a Second Language)
  • Spanish for Heritage Speakers

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Plan de mejora y asistencia

Unified Improvement Plan: Priority Performance Challenges

Unified Improvement Planning was introduced in 2009 to streamline improvement planning components of state and federal accountability requirements. Based on the Colorado Achievement Plan for Kids (SB212-08), the primary purpose of improvement planning is to align efforts to: Ensure all students exit the K-12 education system ready for post-secondary education, and/or to be successful in the workforce, earning a living wage immediately upon graduation. The School Finder only contains one portion of the UIP, each school's Priority Performance Challenges. To access any school's complete UIP, you can visit: School and District UIPs

Priority Performance Challenges

  • Low CMAS Math achievement for targeted disaggregated groups
  • Low CMAS ELA achievement for targeted disaggregated groups
  • Behavior Incidents (ISS and OSS)

Datos que la escuela reporta a Denver Public Schools

Absenteeism

This data shows three attendance measures. Average Daily Attendance is the percentage of possible student days that students attended. Chronic Absenteeism is the percentage of students who were absent 10 percent or more of the days enrolled during the school year; this includes all absences, whether unexcused, excused, or due to suspension. Truancy Rate is the percentage of possible student days that were unexcused absences. For lines that read NA, data is unavailable at this time.

Average Daily Attendance

2026
91.8%

Chronic Absenteeism

2026
21.7%

Truancy Rate

2026
4.9%

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Sobre estos datos

About the Data

This guide uses data from Denver Public Schools, the Colorado Department of Education, individual school websites, and Colorado Open Records Act requests. If you find any errors, please let us know. Keep in mind that corrections may be needed on other websites as well.

Datos que la escuela reporta a Denver Public Schools