For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,316 students in 80304, CO (there are 8 private schools, serving 819 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 80304, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 80304, CO are Foothill Elementary School, Crest View Elementary School and Centennial Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80304 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80304, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80304, CO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Foothill Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1001 Hawthorne Avenue
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-2600
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-2600
Grades: K-5
| 437 students
Rank: #22.
Crest View Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1897 Sumac Avenue
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-5461
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-5461
Grades: K-5
| 410 students
Rank: #33.
Centennial Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2205 Norwood Avenue
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-5441
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-5441
Grades: 6-8
| 619 students
Rank: #44.
Columbine Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3130 Repplier Drive
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-2500
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-2500
Grades: PK-5
| 394 students
Rank: #55.
Casey Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1301 High Street
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-2700
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-2700
Grades: 6-8
| 393 students
Rank: n/an/a
840 Mapleton Avenue
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-6200
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-6200
Grades: PK
| 63 students
80304, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
840 Mapleton Avenue
Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 442-6962
Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 442-6962
Grades: K-5
| 128 students
1215 Cedar Avenue
Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 449-6618
Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 449-6618
Grades: K-5
| 285 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 80304, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 80304, CO include Foothill Elementary School, Crest View Elementary School and Centennial Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 80304?
6 public schools are located in 80304.
What percentage of students in 80304 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 80304 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80304?
80304 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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