Serving 438 students in grades 6-8, Wayne Carle Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wayne Carle Middle School's student population of 438 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wayne Carle Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wayne Carle Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#911 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
20%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
72%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wayne Carle Middle School's ranking?
Wayne Carle Middle School is ranked #911 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Wayne Carle Middle School often compared to?
Wayne Carle Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oberon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Wayne Carle Middle School?
438 students attend Wayne Carle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Wayne Carle Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayne Carle Middle School?
Wayne Carle Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wayne Carle Middle School offer ?
Wayne Carle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wayne Carle Middle School part of?
Wayne Carle Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
In what neighborhood is Wayne Carle Middle School located?
Wayne Carle Middle School is located in the West Westminster neighborhood of Broomfield, CO. There are 4 other public schools located in West Westminster.
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