Best 80487 Colorado Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 777 students in 80487, CO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80487, CO are Steamboat Springs Middle School and Sleeping Giant School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 80487 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 80487, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80487, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Steamboat Springs Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
39610 Amethyst Drive
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 879-1058
Gr: 6-8 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Sleeping Giant School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
40250 Giant View Drive
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 871-3199
Gr: PK-8 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 80487, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80487, CO include Steamboat Springs Middle School and Sleeping Giant School.
How many public middle schools are located in 80487?
2 public middle schools are located in 80487.
What is the racial composition of students in 80487?
80487 public middle schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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