Steamboat Springs Middle School

Steamboat Springs School District No. Re 2
39610 AMETHYST DRIVE
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO 80487
507 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Steamboat Springs Middle School (SSMS), located in the heart of the Yampa Valley, serves students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Steamboat Springs School District. Situated at 39610 Amethyst Drive, the school leverages its unique mountain location to foster an environment that emphasizes both rigorous academic achievement and personal growth. The school is known for its commitment to a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for high school while encouraging them to explore their interests through various extracurricular activities and athletic programs.

Beyond traditional academics, the school places a strong emphasis on community and the social-emotional development of its students. By promoting a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, SSMS aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience that reflects the vibrant, active lifestyle of the Steamboat Springs community. With a focus on preparing students to be lifelong learners, the school utilizes its resources and local setting to create a supportive environment where middle schoolers can thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
507
Total Students
35.8
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
16.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    407 (80.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    75 (14.8 %)
  • Two or More
    13 (2.6 %)
  • Black
    7 (1.4 %)
  • Asian
    3 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
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: Steamboat Springs School District No. Re 2
Phone: (970)879-1058
Website: http://sms.steamboatschools.net
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 507
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 35.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 68
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13

* 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 6 153
Grade 7 172
Grade 8 182
Gender Ratio