Serving 419 students in grades 6-8, James Irwin Charter Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Irwin Charter Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
James Irwin Charter Middle School's student population of 419 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
James Irwin Charter Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James Irwin Charter Middle School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#789 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
47%
36%
Black
8%
5%
White
32%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James Irwin Charter Middle School's ranking?
James Irwin Charter Middle School is ranked #789 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend James Irwin Charter Middle School?
419 students attend James Irwin Charter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of James Irwin Charter Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Irwin Charter Middle School?
James Irwin Charter Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does James Irwin Charter Middle School offer ?
James Irwin Charter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is James Irwin Charter Middle School part of?
James Irwin Charter Middle School is part of Harrison School District No. 2 In The County Of El Paso An.
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