DISCOVERY CANYON CAMPUS MIDDLE SCHOOL
DISCOVERY CANYON CAMPUS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the Academy School District No. 20 in the county of El Paso an school district, located in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 1,022 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 56 teachers, DISCOVERY CANYON CAMPUS MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Discovery Canyon Campus (DCC) Middle School, located in the Northgate area of Colorado Springs, is a unique K-12 "school of choice" within the Academy District 20 system. Because it shares a campus with both an elementary and a high school, DCC emphasizes a continuous, long-term educational journey. The school is widely recognized for its rigorous academic environment and its focus on a specialized curriculum that integrates science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) into the broader liberal arts experience.
The school is well-regarded for fostering a high-achieving culture, often characterized by small class sizes and a supportive atmosphere that encourages critical thinking and intellectual curiosity. Beyond academics, Discovery Canyon offers a robust selection of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs, aimed at developing the "whole child." Its modern facilities and commitment to a seamless transition between middle and high school levels make it a highly sought-after destination for families in the region who are looking for a cohesive, long-term academic environment.
For more information, contact DISCOVERY CANYON CAMPUS MIDDLE SCHOOL at (719) 234-1810 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80921-3114
(719) 234-1810
DISCOVERY CANYON CAMPUS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in COLORADO SPRINGS, CO with about 1,022 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 1,022
- Teachers:
- 56.79
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,022 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending DISCOVERY CANYON CAMPUS MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 73% of the student body.
- White
- 72.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 12.3%
- Two or more races
- 7.2%
- Asian
- 5.3%
- Black or African American
- 2.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Female
- 48.6%
- Male
- 51.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.