For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,076 students in 80549, CO.
The top ranked public preschools in 80549, CO are Rice Elementary School and Eyestone Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 80549 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 80549, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80549, CO Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rice Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7000 Third Street
Wellington, CO 80549
(970) 488-8700
Wellington, CO 80549
(970) 488-8700
Grades: PK-5
| 424 students
Rank: #22.
Eyestone Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4000 Wilson Avenue
Wellington, CO 80549
(970) 488-8600
Wellington, CO 80549
(970) 488-8600
Grades: PK-5
| 652 students
80549, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4001 Wilson Avenue
Wellington, CO 80549
(970) 488-6600
Wellington, CO 80549
(970) 488-6600
Grades: 6-11
| 1,028 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 80549, CO?
The top ranked public preschools in 80549, CO include Rice Elementary School and Eyestone Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 80549?
2 public preschools are located in 80549.
What is the racial composition of students in 80549?
80549 public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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