For the 2024-25 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 9,204 students in 80011, CO (there are 3 private schools, serving 294 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 80011, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 80011, CO are Aurora Quest K-8, Hinkley High School and Clyde Miller K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80011 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80011, CO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80011, CO Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Aurora Quest K-8
Magnet School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
472 South Wheeling St
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 343-3664
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 343-3664
Grades: K-8
| 589 students
Rank: #22.
Hinkley High School
Magnet School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1250 Chambers Road
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 340-1500
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 340-1500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,687 students
Rank: #33.
Clyde Miller K-8
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1701 Espana St
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 364-7918
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 364-7918
Grades: PK-8
| 477 students
Rank: #44.
Academy Of Advanced Learning
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
431 N Sable Blvd
Aurora, CO 80011
(720) 500-5252
Aurora, CO 80011
(720) 500-5252
Grades: K-8
| 789 students
Rank: #55.
Elkhart Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1020 Eagle St
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 340-3050
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 340-3050
Grades: PK-5
| 532 students
Rank: #66.
William Smith High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 Airport Blvd
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 364-8715
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 364-8715
Grades: 9-12
| 380 students
Rank: #77.
Edna And John W. Mosley P-8
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
55 North Salida Way
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 366-2807
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 366-2807
Grades: PK-8
| 1,018 students
Rank: #88.
Sable Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2601 Sable Blvd
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 340-3140
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 340-3140
Grades: PK-5
| 387 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Park Lane Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13001 East 30th Ave
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 343-8313
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 343-8313
Grades: PK-5
| 250 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Vaughn Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1155 Vaughn St
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 366-8430
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 366-8430
Grades: PK-5
| 395 students
Rank: #1111.
East Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1275 Fraser St
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 340-0660
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 340-0660
Grades: 6-8
| 840 students
Rank: #1212.
Sixth Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
560 Vaughn St
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 366-6019
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 366-6019
Grades: PK-5
| 592 students
Rank: #1313.
South Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12310 East Parkview Dr
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 364-7623
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 364-7623
Grades: 8
| 139 students
Rank: #1414.
Laredo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1350 Laredo St
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 366-0314
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 366-0314
Grades: PK-5
| 414 students
Rank: #1515.
Altura Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1650 Altura Blvd
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 340-3500
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 340-3500
Grades: PK-5
| 469 students
Rank: n/an/a
Laredo Child Development Center
Magnet School
1420 Laredo St
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 363-0484
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 363-0484
Grades: PK
| 246 students
80011, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Aurora Community School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
15550 East 6th Avenue Unit C
Aurora, CO 80011
(720) 448-7589
Aurora, CO 80011
(720) 448-7589
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Hartenbach High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
400 Airport Blvd
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 340-0818
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 340-0818
Grades: 9-12
| 156 students
12445 East 2nd Ave
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 364-8455
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 364-8455
Grades: PK-5
| 274 students
875 Peoria St
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 340-0770
Aurora, CO 80011
(303) 340-0770
Grades: PK-5
| 365 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 80011, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 80011, CO include Aurora Quest K-8, Hinkley High School and Clyde Miller K-8.
How many public schools are located in 80011?
16 public schools are located in 80011.
What percentage of students in 80011 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 80011 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80011?
80011 public schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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