For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 797 students in 80421, CO.
The top ranked public schools in 80421, CO are Platte Canyon High School, Deer Creek Elementary School and Fitzsimmons Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80421 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80421, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80421, CO Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Platte Canyon High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
57243 Us Highway 285
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Grades: 9-12
| 228 students
Rank: #22.
Deer Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1737 Cr 43
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Grades: PK-5
| 400 students
Rank: #33.
Fitzsimmons Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
57093 Us Highway 285
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Grades: 6-8
| 169 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 80421, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 80421, CO include Platte Canyon High School, Deer Creek Elementary School and Fitzsimmons Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 80421?
3 public schools are located in 80421.
What is the racial composition of students in 80421?
80421 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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