SHAW HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL

SHAW HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the Westminster Public Schools school district, located in WESTMINSTER, CO with about 566 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 29 teachers, SHAW HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

SHAW HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school located in Westminster, Colorado, serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Westminster Public Schools district. The school is notable for operating under a competency-based learning system, which prioritizes students mastering specific skills and academic standards at their own pace rather than moving through a traditional, time-based grade level structure. This personalized approach is designed to provide extra support for students who need it while allowing those who excel to advance more quickly.

The campus at 8780 Circle Drive serves a diverse student population and emphasizes a culture of community and high expectations. Beyond the core curriculum, Shaw Heights typically offers a variety of extracurricular activities and elective courses intended to foster student engagement. By focusing on individualized instruction and preparing students for the transition to high school, the school aims to ensure that every learner gains the foundational knowledge necessary for long-term academic and personal success.

For more information, contact SHAW HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL at (303) 428-9533 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

8780 CIRCLE DRIVE
WESTMINSTER, CO 80030-3674
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SHAW HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in WESTMINSTER, CO with about 566 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Colorado

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
566
Teachers:
29.22
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 566 students

Hispanic/Latino
67.7%
White
19.3%
Asian
6.5%
Two or more races
2.7%
Black or African American
2.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
47.5%
Male
52.5%

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.