West Middle School

Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah

5151 SOUTH HOLLY
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO 80121

1,062 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

West Middle School, located in Greenwood Village, Colorado, is a prominent institution within the Cherry Creek School District. Serving the local community at 5151 South Holly Street, the school is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and student development during the critical middle school years. As part of a highly-regarded district, West Middle School emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that aims to prepare students for the academic rigors of high school while fostering personal growth and social responsibility.

Beyond its academic focus, the school offers a diverse range of extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, arts, and various student-led clubs, which help create a well-rounded educational environment. The school’s location in Greenwood Village places it within a supportive suburban setting, benefiting from strong parental involvement and community resources. By prioritizing a blend of rigorous instruction and supportive student services, West Middle School strives to cultivate an inclusive culture where students are encouraged to explore their interests and achieve their full potential.

1,062

Total Students

59.5

Full-Time Teachers

17.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

17.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	724
Hispanic	156
Black	30
Asian	55
Two or More	89
American Indian	7
Pacific Islander	1

White
724 (68.2 %)
Hispanic
156 (14.7 %)
Two or More
89 (8.4 %)
Asian
55 (5.2 %)
Black
30 (2.8 %)
American Indian
7 (0.7 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah
Phone:	(720)554-5100
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	1,062
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	59.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	165
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	19

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 335

Grade 7 334

Grade 8 393