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Craig Middle School

Summary:

Craig Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 6-8 in Craig, Colorado, with a total enrollment of 464 students. The school is part of the Moffat County School District RE: No. 1, which is ranked 80 out of 116 districts in Colorado and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

While Craig Middle School has a higher percentage of White students compared to the state average, it consistently underperforms the state in academic measures. The school's proficiency rates in English Language Arts (32.2%) and Math (16.4%) are significantly lower than the state averages of 44.1% and 34.2%, respectively. This performance gap is particularly pronounced for certain student subgroups, such as White students and Gifted and Talented students, who rank in the bottom 25% of Colorado middle schools. Additionally, the school has a relatively high percentage of students (41.81%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a higher proportion of students from low-income families.

Interestingly, the nearby Hayden Middle School outperforms Craig Middle School in several key metrics, including CMAS test scores, student-teacher ratio, and percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. This comparison suggests that addressing the challenges faced by Craig Middle School, such as equity issues and resource allocation, could be crucial for improving the quality of education for all its students.


Detail:

Public 6-8

 915 Yampa Avenue
       Craig, CO  81625-2127

(970) 824-3289

District: Moffat County School District RE: No. 1

SchoolDigger Rank:
340th of 485 Colorado Middle Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $12,261 Help


Students who attend Craig Middle School usually attend:

High:    Moffat County High School

Feeder schools for Craig Middle School:

Elementary:    Ridgeview Elementary School
    Sandrock Elementary
    Sunset Elementary School

Student/teacher ratio:  16.1 Help
Number of students:  464

Racial breakdown:

White:
67.5%
Hispanic:
27.4%
Two or more races:
3.2%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  41.8% Help


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Compare Details Craig Middle School ranks worse than 70.1% of middle schools in Colorado. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 25.13. (See more...)
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Craig Middle School is $12,261.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Craig Middle School:

SchoolDigger ranks Craig Middle School 340th of 485 Colorado public middle schools. (See Craig Middle School in the ranking list.)

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Moffat County School District RE: No. 1:

SchoolDigger ranks Moffat County School District RE: No. 1 80th of 116 Colorado school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Craig Middle School

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Rank History for all students at Craig Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 38.08 227th 336 32.4%
2005 44.46 207th 340 39.1%
2006 48.78 187th 346 46.0%
2007 45.83 209th 360 41.9%
2008 42.47 226th 362 37.6%
2009 35.91 261st 377 30.8%
2010 33.97 292nd 409 28.6%
2011 34.50 301st 422 28.7%
2012 33.48 299th 425 29.6%
2013 23.33 364th 454 19.8%
2014 21.93 378th 461 18.0%
2015 25.13 337th 436 22.7%
2016 14.22 364th 400 9.0%
2017 16.09 366th 424 13.7%
2018 16.11 353rd 418 15.6%
2019 20.15 361st 458 21.2%
2021 27.76 272nd 369 26.3%
2022 18.22 364th 448 18.8%
2023 19.50 372nd 480 22.5%
2024 25.13 340th 485 29.9%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Craig Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 26.14 189th 240 21.3%
2021 18.98 107th 114 6.1%
2022 22.56 168th 197 14.7%
2023 17.96 221st 241 8.3%
2024 28.81 181st 244 25.8%
See the entire list of Best Colorado Middle Schools for Low Socio Economic Status Students!

Rank History for Female students at Craig Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 9.33 293rd 315 7.0%
2019 25.06 264th 352 25.0%
2021 23.06 204th 254 19.7%
2022 17.26 272nd 326 16.6%
2023 20.68 275th 363 24.2%
2024 25.24 247th 350 29.4%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Craig Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 12.35 118th 121 2.5%
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Rank History for Male students at Craig Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 17.24 265th 317 16.4%
2019 14.89 294th 343 14.3%
2021 23.62 206th 249 17.3%
2022 14.74 287th 328 12.5%
2023 19.64 282nd 356 20.8%
2024 19.58 280th 357 21.6%
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Rank History for White students at Craig Middle School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2019 9.15 269th 283 4.9%
2021 9.97 196th 203 3.4%
2022 9.02 249th 265 6.0%
2023 8.11 271st 286 5.2%
2024 11.75 249th 273 8.8%
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Data source: test scores: Colorado Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Colorado Department of Education

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All ratings (Avg rating: 3.7)
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Reviews:
by a parent
Friday, October 15, 2021

Open Quote Craig Middle School offers a wellness elective with a focus on cardio and movement. My son enjoys the robotics team and engineering class. Mrs. Vanzo just got nominated for teacher of the year. My kid comes home saying "I love school." Close Quote


by a citizen
Friday, December 20, 2019

Open Quote My dude it’s da best school ever Close Quote


by a parent
Saturday, March 22, 2014

Open Quote Moved to Craig about a year ago. Definately not happy with the school system. The teachers and administration are more concerned with making the children walk in a straight line than education. Common Core and Teachers Unions are blocking alot of bright futures. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Craig Middle School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 707 0 0 39 0 n/a n/a 0 746
1989 710 0 1 42 1 n/a n/a 0 754
1990 757 0 1 37 1 n/a n/a 0 796
1991 793 1 3 52 6 n/a n/a 0 855
1992 779 0 2 41 3 n/a n/a 0 825
1993 834 0 4 53 5 n/a n/a 0 896
1994 820 0 3 57 4 n/a n/a 0 884
1995 826 1 7 76 6 n/a n/a 0 916
1996 826 1 7 76 6 n/a n/a 0 916
1997 383 1 3 33 1 n/a n/a 0 421
1998 411 2 4 38 2 n/a n/a 0 457
1999 395 0 3 35 3 n/a n/a 0 436
2000 356 1 1 37 6 n/a n/a 0 401
2001 332 1 1 30 6 n/a n/a 0 370
2002 338 0 7 57 6 n/a n/a 0 408
2003 338 0 7 57 6 n/a n/a 0 408
2004 354 1 3 49 9 n/a n/a 0 416
2005 314 0 0 47 3 n/a n/a 0 364
2006 295 2 1 37 1 n/a n/a 0 336
2007 282 3 2 44 3 n/a n/a 0 334
2008 293 1 3 43 6 n/a n/a 0 346
2009 264 1 6 51 4 n/a n/a 0 326
2010 403 4 7 107 5 n/a n/a 0 526
2011 383 3 6 105 4 0 5 0 506
2012 375 3 3 103 6 0 8 0 498
2013 377 5 2 97 6 0 9 0 496
2014 376 3 1 111 7 0 7 0 505
2015 347 2 1 106 5 0 9 0 470
2016 338 1 2 118 6 0 9 0 474
2017 338 0 3 118 3 1 11 0 474
2018 342 2 2 125 2 1 14 0 488
2019 370 0 2 124 3 1 16 0 516
2020 345 2 1 126 4 0 15 0 493
2021 313 4 0 111 2 0 9 0 439
2022 308 6 0 119 3 1 12 0 449
2023 313 5 0 127 3 1 15 0 464

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Craig Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 746 42.1 17.7 n/a
1989 754 40.3 18.7 12.6
1990 796 41.0 19.4 10.4
1991 855 42.1 20.3 11
1992 825 42.4 19.4 12.6
1993 896 42.4 21.1 14.1
1994 884 43.8 20.2 14.8
1995 916 43.9 20.9 16.2
1996 916 43.9 20.9 16.2
1997 421 23.4 18.0 12.8
1998 457 23.8 19.2 16.6
1999 436 25.9 16.8 15.1
2000 401 24.9 16.1 22.9
2001 370 23.5 15.7 21.4
2002 408 23.6 17.3 23.8
2003 408 23.6 17.3 23.8
2004 416 26.6 15.6 30
2005 364 26.0 14.0 29.7
2006 336 25.3 13.3 26.2
2007 334 23.3 14.3 30.5
2008 346 24.5 14.1 28
2009 326 24.5 13.3 29.1
2010 526 35.3 14.8 34.4
2011 506 34.8 14.5 42.1
2012 498 30.8 16.1 40.4
2013 496 30.4 16.2 43.1
2014 505 31.4 16.0 46.9
2015 470 30.0 15.6 43
2016 474 30.0 15.8 45.8
2017 474 31.4 15.0 42.4
2018 488 31.3 15.5 40
2019 516 30.2 17.0 33.7
2020 493 31.0 15.8 44.2
2021 439 29.3 14.9 48.7
2022 449 31.3 14.3 42.3
2023 464 28.8 16.1 41.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Craig Middle School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 746 42.1 17.7 n/a
1989 754 40.3 18.7 12.6
1990 796 41.0 19.4 10.4
1991 855 42.1 20.3 11
1992 825 42.4 19.4 12.6
1993 896 42.4 21.1 14.1
1994 884 43.8 20.2 14.8
1995 916 43.9 20.9 16.2
1996 916 43.9 20.9 16.2
1997 421 23.4 18.0 12.8
1998 457 23.8 19.2 16.6
1999 436 25.9 16.8 15.1
2000 401 24.9 16.1 22.9
2001 370 23.5 15.7 21.4
2002 408 23.6 17.3 23.8
2003 408 23.6 17.3 23.8
2004 416 26.6 15.6 30
2005 364 26.0 14.0 29.7
2006 336 25.3 13.3 26.2
2007 334 23.3 14.3 30.5
2008 346 24.5 14.1 28
2009 326 24.5 13.3 29.1
2010 526 35.3 14.8 34.4
2011 506 34.8 14.5 42.1
2012 498 30.8 16.1 40.4
2013 496 30.4 16.2 43.1
2014 505 31.4 16.0 46.9
2015 470 30.0 15.6 43
2016 474 30.0 15.8 45.8
2017 474 31.4 15.0 42.4
2018 488 31.3 15.5 40
2019 516 30.2 17.0 33.7
2020 493 31.0 15.8 44.2
2021 439 29.3 14.9 48.7
2022 449 31.3 14.3 42.3
2023 464 28.8 16.1 41.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Craig Middle School

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $9,025
2020 $10,434
2021 $10,999
2022 $12,153
2023 $12,261

Data source: Colorado Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Craig Middle School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 361st of 458 Middle schoolsRanks 372nd of 480 Middle schools
 1.3%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
6th Grade English Language Arts (Craig Middle School)35.624.3
 11.3%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Moffat County School District RE: No. 1)35.624.3
 11.3%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)43.643.4
 0.2%
6th Grade Math (Craig Middle School)15.810.1
 5.7%
   6th Grade Math (Moffat County School District RE: No. 1)15.810.1
 5.7%
   6th Grade Math (Colorado)29.528.2
 1.3%
7th Grade English Language Arts (Craig Middle School)32.521.8
 10.7%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Moffat County School District RE: No. 1)32.521.8
 10.7%
   7th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)46.545
 1.5%
7th Grade Math (Craig Middle School)157.5
 7.5%
   7th Grade Math (Moffat County School District RE: No. 1)157.5
 7.5%
   7th Grade Math (Colorado)31.626.3
 5.3%
8th Grade Science (Craig Middle School)15.225.8
 10.6%
   8th Grade Science (Moffat County School District RE: No. 1)15.225.8
 10.6%
   8th Grade Science (Colorado)31.531.3
 0.2%
8th Grade English Language Arts (Craig Middle School)26.332.3
 6%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Moffat County School District RE: No. 1)26.332.3
 6%
   8th Grade English Language Arts (Colorado)46.942.4
 4.5%
8th Grade Math (Craig Middle School)17.215.3
 1.9%
   8th Grade Math (Moffat County School District RE: No. 1)17.215.3
 1.9%
   8th Grade Math (Colorado)36.932.7
 4.2%
All Grades English Language Arts (Craig Middle School)32.125.9
 6.2%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Moffat County School District RE: No. 1)37.828.5
 9.3%
   All Grades English Language Arts (Colorado)45.843.7
 2.1%
All Grades Math (Craig Middle School)15.810.9
 4.9%
   All Grades Math (Moffat County School District RE: No. 1)19.916
 3.9%
   All Grades Math (Colorado)34.732.9
 1.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students516464
 10.1%
African American05
American Indian33
Asian20
 100%
Hispanic124127
 2.4%
Pacific Islander11
White370313
 15.4%
Two or More Races1615
 6.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients33.7%41.8%
 8.1%

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Students who attend Craig Middle School usually go on to attend Moffat County High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 464 students attended Craig Middle School.

Craig Middle School ranks 340th of 485 Colorado middle schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Students at Craig Middle School are 67% White, 27% Hispanic, 3% Two or more races, 1% African American.


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