For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,850 students in 80904, CO (there are 2 private schools, serving 215 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 80904, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 80904, CO are Howbert Elementary School, Coronado High School and Holmes Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80904 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80904, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80904, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Howbert Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1023 North 31st Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(719) 328-4200
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(719) 328-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Coronado High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1590 West Fillmore Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(719) 328-3600
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(719) 328-3600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,279 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Holmes Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2455 Mesa Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(719) 328-3800
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(719) 328-3800
Gr: 6-8 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
West Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
25 North 20th Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(719) 328-4900
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(719) 328-4900
Gr: PK-5 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Mountain Song Community School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2904 West Kiowa Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(719) 203-6364
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(719) 203-6364
Gr: K-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #66.
Midland Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2110 West Broadway Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(719) 328-4500
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(719) 328-4500
Gr: PK-5 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #77.
West Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1920 West Pikes Peak Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(719) 328-3900
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(719) 328-3900
Gr: 6-8 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 80904, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80904, CO include Howbert Elementary School, Coronado High School and Holmes Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 80904?
7 public schools are located in 80904.
What percentage of students in 80904 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 80904 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80904?
80904 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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