Glenwood Springs Middle School

Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1
120 SOCCERFIELD ROAD
GLENWOOD SPRINGS, CO 81601
380 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Glenwood Springs Middle School (GSMS), located at 120 Soccerfield Road in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, serves as a central hub for adolescent education in the Roaring Fork School District. The school provides a comprehensive academic environment designed to support students in grades 6 through 8, emphasizing both core curriculum standards and social-emotional growth. Its location in the heart of the Colorado Rockies often informs a culture that values outdoor engagement, community connectivity, and a commitment to preparing students for the rigors of high school.

Beyond its standard academic offerings, GSMS is known for fostering an inclusive environment that encourages student participation in various extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and clubs. The school focuses on building a collaborative community where teachers, parents, and students work together to navigate the unique challenges of the middle school years. By prioritizing personalized learning and character development, the institution aims to cultivate well-rounded, responsible citizens who are prepared to succeed in the diverse landscape of the Roaring Fork Valley and beyond.
380
Total Students
27.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
58.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • Hispanic
    235 (61.8%)
  • White
    136 (35.8%)
  • Two or More
    5 (1.3%)
  • Black
    2 (0.5%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.5%)
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: Roaring Fork School District No. Re-1
Phone: (970)384-5500
Website: http://gsms.rfsd.k12.co.us/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 380
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 27.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 180
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 43

* 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 6 127
Grade 7 114
Grade 8 139
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Riverside School
Garfield School District No. Re-2
483 Students
215 ALDER AVENUE
NEW CASTLE, CO 81647 (9.3 miles away)
Middle School 6th - 8th