PRAIRIE MIDDLE SCHOOL

PRAIRIE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah school district, located in AURORA, CO with about 1,747 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 100 teachers, PRAIRIE MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

PRAIRIE MIDDLE SCHOOL, located at 12600 East Jewell Avenue in Aurora, Colorado, serves as a key academic institution within the Cherry Creek School District. Catering to students in grades 6 through 8, the school is situated in a vibrant and diverse community, reflecting the multicultural landscape of the greater Aurora area. The campus is designed to foster a supportive transition from elementary to high school, focusing on the unique social, emotional, and academic developmental needs of early adolescents.

The school emphasizes a well-rounded education, balancing rigorous core academics with a variety of elective offerings, extracurricular activities, and athletic programs. PRAIRIE MIDDLE SCHOOL is dedicated to cultivating a positive school culture that prioritizes student engagement, inclusivity, and community involvement. By leveraging a range of resources and fostering partnerships with families, the school strives to prepare its students for success in high school and beyond, encouraging them to become responsible and thoughtful members of their community.

For more information, contact PRAIRIE MIDDLE SCHOOL at (720) 747-3000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

12600 EAST JEWELL AVENUE
AURORA, CO 80012-5325
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PRAIRIE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in AURORA, CO with about 1,747 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,747
Teachers:
100.12
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
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 1,747 students

Hispanic/Latino
38.3%
Black or African American
27.7%
White
22.3%
Two or more races
6.6%
Asian
3.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.7%

Female
48.2%
Male
51.8%

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.