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.
About the School
West Middle School creates a learning environment for middle school students focused on providing students with the necessary skills to be college and career ready. We focus on the individual academic and social-emotional needs of all students. Denver West honors the history of the West campus by continuing the fight...
West Middle School creates a learning environment for middle school students focused on providing students with the necessary skills to be college and career ready. We focus on the individual academic and social-emotional needs of all students. Denver West honors the history of the West campus by continuing the fight for justice and access for all students, much like the Denver West community did over 50 years ago during the 1969 protest. Learn more about the history of the Denver West Campus here. The Denver West Middle School mission is to dismantle systemic racism by honoring culture and language -- learning, growing, and leading in a multicultural community.
Student Demographics
Teacher Demographics
Student Special Populations
Student Survey Results
| Metric | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Students feel a sense of belonging | 68.6 % |
| Students feel engaged in learning and activities | 43.2 % |
| Students feel safe and healthy | 51.2 % |
| Students feel they have choice and agency | 62.7 % |
Parent Survey Results
| Metric | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Parents feel involved in school decisions | 74.8 % |
| Parents feel welcomed by their school | 80 % |
| Parents have positive interactions with teachers | 79.2 % |
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in English Language Arts
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 15 % | 11.1 % | -3.9 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | 20 % | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12.2 % | 10.8 % | -1.4 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
CMAS: % Met or Exceeded Expectations in Math
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 6 % | 2.8 % | -3.2 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | NA | NA | NA |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
CMAS: Median Growth in English Language Arts
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 40 | 36 | -4.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 37.5 | 36 | -1.5 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 40 | 36.5 | -3.5 |
CMAS: Median Growth in Math
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 46 | 35 | -11.0 |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | NA | NA | NA |
| Black or African American | NA | NA | NA |
| Hispanic or Latino | 44 | 35 | -9.0 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA |
| Two or More Races | NA | NA | NA |
| White | NA | NA | NA |
| Not Economically Disadvantaged | NA | NA | NA |
| Economically Disadvantaged | 45 | 35 | -10.0 |
Academic Offerings
Special Programs Offered
Student Services & Supports
Special Education
Multi-Lingual Learners
Early Childhood
Discipline: % of Total Student Population
| Metric | In School Supensions | Out of School Suspensions | Referrals to Law Enforcement | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Students | 24.9 % | 0 % | 13.8 % | 0 % | 0 % | 0 % |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA |
| Asian | 0 % | 0 % | 0 % | |||
| Black or African American | 47.8 % | 0 % | 17.4 % | 0 % | 0 % | 0 % |
| Hispanic or Latino | 23.9 % | 0 % | 13 % | 0 % | 0 % | 0 % |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | NA | NA | NA | |||
| Two or More Races | NA | 0 % | NA | 0 % | NA | 0 % |
| White | NA | 0 % | NA | 0 % | NA | 0 % |
Absenteeism
| Metric | 2024 |
|---|---|
| Average Daily Attendance | 85.5 % |
| Truancy Rate | 8.8 % |