Middle Schools in School District No. C-2

School District No. C-2 has only one middle school, Kiowa Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. Located in a rural area, Kiowa Middle School faces some unique challenges, including a relatively small student population and a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students.

With just 68 students, Kiowa Middle School is a small school, which can have both advantages and disadvantages. While smaller class sizes may allow for more personalized attention, the school may also have limited resources and extracurricular offerings compared to larger schools. Additionally, the high free/reduced lunch rate of 42.65% suggests that Kiowa Middle School serves a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, which can present additional challenges in terms of academic support and resources.

Academically, Kiowa Middle School's performance is a concern, with test scores in core subjects like English Language Arts and Math consistently falling below the state averages. The school's statewide ranking has also fluctuated in recent years, ranging from 335 out of 448 Colorado middle schools in 2021-2022 to 308 out of 480 in 2022-2023, with a rating of 2 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger. This indicates that the school may need to focus on improving its academic programs and student outcomes to better serve its students and the community.