For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 267 students in 80540, CO.
The top ranked public preschool in 80540, CO is Lyons Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 80540 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 80540, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80540, CO Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lyons Elementary 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
| 267 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 80540, CO?
The top ranked public preschools in 80540, CO include Lyons Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 80540?
1 public preschools are located in 80540.
What is the racial composition of students in 80540?
80540 public preschools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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