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Best 80601 Colorado Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 10,619 students in 80601, CO (there are 5 private schools, serving 584 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 80601, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 80601, CO are Eagle Ridge Academy, Horizon High School and Foundations Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80601 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80601, CO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80601, CO Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eagle Ridge Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3551 Southern Street
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 345-4380
Gr: 9-12 | 593 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Horizon High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5321 East 136th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
(720) 972-4400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,966 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Foundations Academy
Charter School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
340 South 45th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 659-9519
Gr: K-8 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 48:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Mary E Pennock Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3707 Estrella Street
Brighton, CO 80601
(720) 685-7500
Gr: PK-5 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Brighton High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
270 South 8th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 655-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,733 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #66.
Bromley East Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
356 Longspur Drive
Brighton, CO 80601
(720) 685-3297
Gr: PK-8 | 1,214 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #77.
Southeast Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1595 Southern Street
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 866-2650
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #88.
Innovations & Options
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
830 Bridge Street
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 655-2850
Gr: 6-12 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #99.
Elaine S. Padilla Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5505 Longs Peak Street
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 655-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #1010.
27j Online Academy
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
89 N. 6th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 655-2527
Gr: 6-12 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1111.
Northeast Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1605 Longspeak
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 655-2550
Gr: PK-6 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1212.
Vikan Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
879 Jessup Street
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 655-4050
Gr: 6-8 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #1313.
South Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
305 South 5th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 655-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #1414.
Overland Trail Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
455 North 19th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 655-4000
Gr: 6-8 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: n/an/a
Bright Beginnings
89 N 6th Ave
Brighton, CO 80601
(720) 685-5490
Gr: PK | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 83%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 80601, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80601, CO include Eagle Ridge Academy, Horizon High School and Foundations Academy.
How many public schools are located in 80601?
15 public schools are located in 80601.
What percentage of students in 80601 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 80601 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80601?
80601 public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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