For the 2024-25 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 7,697 students in 80016, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80016, CO are Altitude Elementary School, Creekside Elementary School and Pine Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80016 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80016, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80016, CO Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Altitude Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
27300 East Southshore Drive
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-4300
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 735 students
Rank: #22.
Creekside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19993 East Long Avenue
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-3500
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-3500
Grades: PK-5
| 570 students
Rank: #33.
Pine Ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6525 S. Wheatlands Parkway
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-8800
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-8800
Grades: PK-5
| 757 students
Rank: #44.
Black Forest Hills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
25233 E. Glasgow Dr
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-8900
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-8900
Grades: PK-5
| 593 students
Rank: #55.
Fox Ridge Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
26301 East Arapahoe Road
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-4700
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-4700
Grades: 6-8
| 1,077 students
Rank: #66.
Coyote Hills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
24605 E Davies Way
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-3900
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-3900
Grades: PK-5
| 526 students
Rank: #77.
Falcon Creek Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6100 South Genoa Street
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-7600
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-7600
Grades: 6-8
| 687 students
Rank: #88.
Liberty Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
21500 East Dry Creek Road
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-2400
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-2400
Grades: 6-8
| 873 students
Rank: #99.
Infinity Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
25100 E Belleview Avenue
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-6000
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-6000
Grades: 6-8
| 856 students
Rank: #1010.
Buffalo Trail Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
24300 East Progress Drive
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-4000
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-4000
Grades: PK-6
| 597 students
Rank: n/an/a
Woodland Elementary School
Magnet School
7795 South Blackstone Parkway
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-1405
Aurora, CO 80016
(720) 886-1405
Grades: PK-5
| 426 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 80016, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80016, CO include Altitude Elementary School, Creekside Elementary School and Pine Ridge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80016?
11 public elementary schools are located in 80016.
What is the racial composition of students in 80016?
80016 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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