For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,196 students in 80231, CO.
The top ranked public middle schools in 80231, CO are Challenge School and Hamilton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 80231 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 80231, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Colorado public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80231, CO Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Challenge School
Magnet School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
9659 East Mississippi Avenue
Denver, CO 80231
(720) 747-2100
Denver, CO 80231
(720) 747-2100
Grades: PK-8
| 550 students
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8600 East Dartmouth Avenue
Denver, CO 80231
(720) 423-9500
Denver, CO 80231
(720) 423-9500
Grades: 6-8
| 646 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 80231, CO?
The top ranked public middle schools in 80231, CO include Challenge School and Hamilton Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 80231?
2 public middle schools are located in 80231.
What is the racial composition of students in 80231?
80231 public middle schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Colorado public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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