For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 485 students in 80209, CO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 80209, CO is Dsst Cedar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 80209 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 80209, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public middle school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80209, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dsst Cedar Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
150 S Pearl Street
Denver, CO 80209
(303) 524-6350
Denver, CO 80209
(303) 524-6350
Gr: 6-8 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 80209, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80209, CO include Dsst Cedar Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 80209?
1 public middle schools are located in 80209.
What is the racial composition of students in 80209?
80209 public middle schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public middle schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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