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Best 80304 Colorado Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,207 students in 80304, CO (there are 9 private schools, serving 910 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 80304, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 80304, CO are Foothill Elementary School, Crest View Elementary School and Centennial Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80304 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80304, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80304, CO Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Foothill Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1001 Hawthorne Avenue
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-2600
Gr: K-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Crest View Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1897 Sumac Avenue
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-5461
Gr: K-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Centennial Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2205 Norwood Avenue
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-5441
Gr: 6-8 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Columbine Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3130 Repplier Drive
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #55.
Casey Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1301 High Street
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-2700
Gr: 6-8 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
Mapleton Early Childhood Center
840 Mapleton Avenue
Boulder, CO 80304
(720) 561-6200
Gr: PK | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 80304, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80304, CO include Foothill Elementary School, Crest View Elementary School and Centennial Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 80304?
6 public schools are located in 80304.
What percentage of students in 80304 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 80304 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80304?
80304 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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