Cimarron Middle vs Rocky Top Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Colorado, United States, 55 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cimarron Middle
Parker · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,052 students
Rocky Top Middle School
Thornton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,052 students
| Measure | Cimarron Middle Parker, Colorado | Rocky Top Middle School Thornton, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #83 of 262 | #50 of 262 |
| National rank | #6475 of 15,369 | #4672 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,052 | 1,052 |
| Enrollment | 1,052 | 1,052 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14.7% | 27.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 52% |
| city | Parker | Thornton |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rocky Top Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.7 vs 55.4).
- •Rocky Top Middle School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 44%).
- •Rocky Top Middle School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 45%).
- •Cimarron Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.7% vs 27.6%).
- •Rocky Top Middle School does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 19.1).
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 Cimarron Middle better than Rocky Top Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Rocky Top Middle School ranks higher (63.7 vs 55.4 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 Cimarron Middle and Rocky Top Middle School?
About 55 km in a straight line, between Parker and Thornton in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cimarron Middle: 1,052. Rocky Top Middle School: 1,052. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cimarron Middle and Rocky Top Middle School rank in Colorado?
Cimarron Middle is 83rd of 262 and Rocky Top Middle School is 50th of 262 among middle schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).