Summary
Moore Middle School is a public middle school located in Arvada, Colorado, serving grades 6-8 with a student population of 368. The school is part of the Jefferson County School District No. R-1, which is ranked 35 out of 116 school districts in Colorado and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Despite being part of a relatively high-performing district, Moore Middle School consistently ranks in the bottom half of Colorado middle schools, with significantly below-average performance on standardized tests across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in the 2023-2024 school year, only 30.5% of Moore Middle School students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 51.8% in the district and 44.1% statewide. In Math, only 14.4% of Moore Middle School students were proficient or better, compared to 40.7% in the district and 34.2% statewide. The school's diverse student population, with a higher percentage of Hispanic (38.32%) and lower percentage of White (53.53%) students, as well as a higher percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds (53.26%), may contribute to these academic challenges.
Interestingly, the nearby schools, such as Drake Junior High, Oberon Middle, and Wayne Carle Middle, consistently outperform Moore Middle School on academic measures, with higher proficiency rates and higher statewide rankings. These schools have a less diverse student population and a lower percentage of students from low socioeconomic backgrounds, which may contribute to their stronger academic performance. Addressing the underlying factors, such as socioeconomic disparities and equity issues, could be crucial in improving Moore Middle School's overall academic outcomes and providing a more equitable education for all students.
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