For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,105 students in 80223, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80223, CO are Denver Center For International Studies At Fairmon, Godsman Elementary School and Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80223 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80223, CO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80223, CO Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Denver Center For International Studies At Fairmon
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
520 West 3rd Avenue
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 424-7620
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 424-7620
Grades: PK-5
| 374 students
Rank: #22.
Godsman Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2120 West Arkansas Avenue
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 424-7060
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 424-7060
Grades: PK-5
| 309 students
Rank: #33.
Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
375 S Tejon Street
Denver, CO 80223
(303) 623-5772
Denver, CO 80223
(303) 623-5772
Grades: 5-8
| 387 students
Rank: #44.
Schmitt Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1820 South Vallejo Street
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 424-4230
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 424-4230
Grades: PK-5
| 176 students
Rank: #55.
Valverde Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2030 West Alameda Avenue
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 424-3250
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 424-3250
Grades: PK-5
| 283 students
Rank: #66.
Goldrick Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1050 South Zuni Street
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 424-6980
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 424-6980
Grades: PK-5
| 326 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
American Indian Academy Of Denver
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1862 W. Mississippi Avenue
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 919-7559
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 919-7559
Grades: 6-10
| 134 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Mathematics And Science Leadership Academy
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
451 South Tejon Street
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 424-1310
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 424-1310
Grades: K-5
| 116 students
80223, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
520 West 3rd Ave
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 424-7620
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 424-7620
Grades: PK-8
| 350 students
451 South Tejon St
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 424-1260
Denver, CO 80223
(720) 424-1260
Grades: 8
| 125 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 80223, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80223, CO include Denver Center For International Studies At Fairmon, Godsman Elementary School and Kipp Sunshine Peak Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80223?
8 public elementary schools are located in 80223.
What is the racial composition of students in 80223?
80223 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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