MOUNTAIN RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL
MOUNTAIN RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the Douglas County School District No. Re 1 school district, located in HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO with about 1,151 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 62 teachers, MOUNTAIN RIDGE 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.
MOUNTAIN RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in the master-planned community of Highlands Ranch, Colorado, is a public school serving students in grades 6–8 within the Douglas County School District. As a key educational hub for the area, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and for fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and social-emotional development. The campus is integrated into the surrounding residential neighborhood, reflecting the community-focused atmosphere characteristic of Highlands Ranch.
Academically, Mountain Ridge offers a comprehensive curriculum that balances core subjects like math, science, and language arts with a variety of elective opportunities, including technology, arts, and physical education. The school places a high priority on preparing students for the transition to high school by encouraging critical thinking, collaboration, and student engagement. Beyond the classroom, Mountain Ridge provides numerous extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs, allowing students to explore their personal interests and build strong connections within the school community.
For more information, contact MOUNTAIN RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL at (303) 387-1800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80126-5587
(303) 387-1800
MOUNTAIN RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO with about 1,151 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Douglas County School District No. Re 1
- Total Students:
- 1,151
- Teachers:
- 62.51
- 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 1,151 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending MOUNTAIN RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 79% of the student body.
- White
- 78.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 11.2%
- Two or more races
- 4.8%
- Asian
- 4.2%
- Black or African American
- 0.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 47.6%
- Male
- 52.4%
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.