For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 637 students in 80540, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80540, CO are Lyons Elementary School and Lyons Middle/senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80540 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80540, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80540, CO Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lyons Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
338 High Street
Lyons, CO 80540
(303) 823-6915
Lyons, CO 80540
(303) 823-6915
Grades: PK-5
| 265 students
Rank: #22.
Lyons Middle/senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Mcconnell Drive
Lyons, CO 80540
(303) 823-6631
Lyons, CO 80540
(303) 823-6631
Grades: 6-12
| 372 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 80540, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80540, CO include Lyons Elementary School and Lyons Middle/senior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80540?
2 public elementary schools are located in 80540.
What is the racial composition of students in 80540?
80540 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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