FRUITA MIDDLE SCHOOL

FRUITA MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the Mesa County Valley School District No. 51 school district, located in FRUITA, CO with about 630 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 7th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 39 teachers, FRUITA MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

FRUITA MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in Fruita, Colorado, serves as a central educational hub for students in the Mesa County Valley School District 51. Situated at 239 N Maple, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, fostering an environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and the complexities of high school. As a middle school, it focuses on the unique developmental needs of early adolescents, offering a curriculum designed to build academic foundations while encouraging personal growth and social-emotional development.

Beyond academics, FRUITA MIDDLE SCHOOL emphasizes a well-rounded student experience, often providing various extracurricular opportunities, athletics, and clubs that allow students to explore their interests outside of the classroom. The school is known for its community-focused atmosphere, benefiting from its location in the close-knit town of Fruita. By maintaining a balance between rigorous learning standards and a supportive school culture, the institution aims to prepare its students for the transitions that lie ahead in their educational journeys.

For more information, contact FRUITA MIDDLE SCHOOL at (970) 254-6570 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

239 N MAPLE
FRUITA, CO 81521-2320
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FRUITA MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in FRUITA, CO with about 630 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
630
Teachers:
39.13
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

* 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 630 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending FRUITA MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.

White
79.5%
Hispanic/Latino
13.8%
Two or more races
3.7%
Asian
1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.0%
Black or African American
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
49.4%
Male
50.6%

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.