Bell Middle School vs Free Horizon Montessori
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bell Middle School
Golden · Public middle · Grades 6–8
774 students
Free Horizon Montessori
Golden · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
382 students
| Measure | Bell Middle School Golden, Colorado | Free Horizon Montessori Golden, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #67 of 262 | #520 of 993 |
| National rank | #5513 of 15,369 | #30220 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 774 | 382 |
| Enrollment | 774 | 382 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.6% | 24.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 32% |
| city | Golden | Golden |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bell Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.8 vs 42.6).
- •Bell Middle School does better on math proficiency (43% vs 32%).
- •Bell Middle School does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 42%).
- •Free Horizon Montessori does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.1% vs 26.6%).
- •Free Horizon Montessori does better on students per teacher (19.1 vs 19.4).
- •Bell Middle School is the larger school with 774 students compared with 382.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Bell Middle School better than Free Horizon Montessori?
On the Success Index (US), Bell Middle School ranks higher (59.8 vs 42.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Bell Middle School and Free Horizon Montessori?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Golden and Golden in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bell Middle School: 774. Free Horizon Montessori: 382. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bell Middle School and Free Horizon Montessori rank in Colorado?
Bell Middle School is 67th of 262 and Free Horizon Montessori is 520th of 993 among middle schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).