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Best 80906 Colorado Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 19 public schools serving 7,622 students in 80906, CO (there are 3 private schools, serving 448 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 80906, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 80906, CO are The Vanguard School (High), Cheyenne Mountain High School and Cheyenne Mountain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80906 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80906, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80906, CO Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Vanguard School (High)
Charter School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
1832 South Wahsatch
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Gr: 9-12 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Cheyenne Mountain High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1200 Cresta Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 475-6110
Gr: 9-12 | 1,275 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Cheyenne Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
5250 Farthing Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 576-3080
Gr: K-6 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Gold Camp Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1805 Preserve Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 327-2820
Gr: K-6 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
The Vanguard School (Middle)
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1832 South Wahsatch
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Gr: 7-8 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
Broadmoor Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
440 W Cheyenne Mountain Blvd
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 475-6130
Gr: K-6 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #77.
Cheyenne Mountain Junior High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1200 West Cheyenne Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 475-6120
Gr: 7-8 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #88.
Pinon Valley Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
6205 Farthing Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 527-0300
Gr: K-6 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #99.
The Vanguard School Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1832 South Wahsatch
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 471-1999
Gr: K-6 | 949 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #1010.
Skyway Park Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1100 Mercury Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 475-6150
Gr: K-6 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #1111.
Career Readiness Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2883 South Circle Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 579-2580
Gr: 5-12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1212.
Spring Creek Youth Services Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3190 East Las Vegas
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 329-6924
Gr: 5-12
Rank: #1313.
Oak Creek Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3333 Oak Creek Drive West
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 579-2175
Gr: PK-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #1414.
Otero Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1650 Charmwood Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 579-2110
Gr: PK-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #1515.
Stratton Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
610 Brookshire Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 579-2190
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #1616.
Fox Meadow Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1450 Cheyenne Meadows Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 527-7100
Gr: 6-8 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1717.
Harrison High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2755 Janitell Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 579-2080
Gr: 9-12 | 1,089 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
Canon Elementary School
1201 West Cheyenne Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 475-6140
Gr: PK | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
Zebulon Pike Youth Services Center
Alternative School
1427 West Rio Grande
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 390-2766
Gr: 4-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 71%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 80906, CO?
How many public schools are located in 80906?
19 public schools are located in 80906.
What percentage of students in 80906 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 80906 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80906?
80906 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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