For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,843 students in 80908, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80908, CO are Ray E Kilmer Elementary School, Edith Wolford Elementary School and Grand Peak Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80908 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80908, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80908, CO Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ray E Kilmer Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4285 Walker Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
(719) 488-4740
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
(719) 488-4740
Grades: PK-6
| 336 students
Rank: #22.
Edith Wolford Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13710 Black Forest Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
(719) 234-4300
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
(719) 234-4300
Grades: PK-5
| 362 students
Rank: #33.
Grand Peak Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7036 Cowpoke Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
(719) 495-7360
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
(719) 495-7360
Grades: K-8
| 596 students
Rank: #44.
Encompass Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3602 Daydreamer Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
(719) 234-1206
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
(719) 234-1206
Grades: PK-5
| 549 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 80908, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80908, CO include Ray E Kilmer Elementary School, Edith Wolford Elementary School and Grand Peak Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80908?
4 public elementary schools are located in 80908.
What is the racial composition of students in 80908?
80908 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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