For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,207 students in 80209, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80209, CO are Steele Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Dsst Byers Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80209 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80209, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80209, CO Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Steele Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
320 South Marion Parkway
Denver, CO 80209
(720) 424-3720
Denver, CO 80209
(720) 424-3720
Grades: K-5
| 429 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
710 South Pennsylvania Street
Denver, CO 80209
(720) 424-5990
Denver, CO 80209
(720) 424-5990
Grades: PK-6
| 309 students
Rank: #33.
Dsst Byers Middle School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
150 S Pearl Street
Denver, CO 80209
(303) 524-6350
Denver, CO 80209
(303) 524-6350
Grades: 6-8
| 469 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 80209, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80209, CO include Steele Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Dsst Byers Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80209?
3 public elementary schools are located in 80209.
What is the racial composition of students in 80209?
80209 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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