For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,472 students in 80005, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80005, CO are Sierra Elementary School, Meiklejohn Elementary School and Warder Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80005 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80005, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80005, CO Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sierra Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7751 Oak Street
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-0821
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-0821
Grades: K-5
| 445 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Meiklejohn Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
13405 W 83rd Pl
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-5695
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-5695
Grades: PK-5
| 457 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Warder Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7840 Carr Drive
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-0950
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-0950
Grades: PK-5
| 373 students
Rank: #44.
Van Arsdale Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7535 Alkire Street
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-1080
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-1080
Grades: PK-5
| 449 students
Rank: #55.
Excel Academy Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11500 W. 84th Ave
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 467-2295
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 467-2295
Grades: K-8
| 478 students
Rank: #66.
Oberon Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7300 Quail Street
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-2020
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-2020
Grades: 6-8
| 668 students
Rank: #77.
Weber Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8725 West 81st Place
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-1012
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-1012
Grades: K-5
| 234 students
Rank: #88.
Moore Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8455 West 88th Avenue
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-0400
Arvada, CO 80005
(303) 982-0400
Grades: 6-8
| 368 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 80005, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80005, CO include Sierra Elementary School, Meiklejohn Elementary School and Warder Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80005?
8 public elementary schools are located in 80005.
What is the racial composition of students in 80005?
80005 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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