For the 2024-25 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 6,604 students in 80916, CO.
The top ranked public schools in 80916, CO are James Irwin Charter High School, James Irwin Charter Elementary School and Soaring Eagles Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80916 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80916, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80916, CO Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James Irwin Charter High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5525 Astrozon Blvd.
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 576-8055
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 576-8055
Grades: 9-12
| 403 students
Rank: #22.
James Irwin Charter Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1626 S Murray Boulevard
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 302-9000
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 302-9000
Grades: K-5
| 542 students
Rank: #33.
Soaring Eagles Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4710 Harrier Ridge Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 540-4000
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 540-4000
Grades: PK-6
| 611 students
Rank: #44.
Atlas Preparatory High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1628 South Murray Blvd
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 358-7196
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 358-7196
Grades: 9-12
| 479 students
Rank: #55.
James Irwin Charter Middle School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5525 Astrozon Blvd
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 591-2122
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 591-2122
Grades: 6-8
| 451 students
Rank: #66.
Turman Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3245 Springnite Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 579-2195
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 579-2195
Grades: PK-5
| 182 students
Rank: #77.
Sand Creek International School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
550 Sand Creek Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 579-3760
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 579-3760
Grades: K-8
| 557 students
Rank: #88.
Wildflower Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1160 Keith Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 579-2115
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 579-2115
Grades: PK-5
| 376 students
Rank: #99.
Power Technical Early College
Vocational School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2525 Canada Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 302-9025
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 302-9025
Grades: 6-12
| 367 students
Rank: #1010.
Atlas Preparatory Elementary School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1602 S. Murray
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 358-7196
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 358-7196
Grades: K-4
| 267 students
Rank: #1111.
Bricker Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4880 Dover Place
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 579-2150
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 579-2150
Grades: PK-5
| 275 students
Rank: #1212.
Giberson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2880 Ferber Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 579-2165
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 579-2165
Grades: PK-5
| 299 students
Rank: #1313.
Sierra High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2250 Jet Wing Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 579-2090
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 579-2090
Grades: 9-12
| 908 students
Rank: #1414.
Atlas Preparatory Middle School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1602 South Murray Blvd
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 358-7196
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 358-7196
Grades: 5-8
| 484 students
Rank: #1515.
Panorama Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2145 South Chelton
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 579-3220
Colorado Springs, CO 80916
(719) 579-3220
Grades: 6-8
| 403 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 80916, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 80916, CO include James Irwin Charter High School, James Irwin Charter Elementary School and Soaring Eagles Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 80916?
15 public schools are located in 80916.
What is the racial composition of students in 80916?
80916 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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