For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,147 students in 80228, CO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80228, CO are Dunstan Middle School and Mclain Community High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 80228 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 80228, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80228, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dunstan Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1855 South Wright Street
Denver, CO 80228
(303) 982-9270
Denver, CO 80228
(303) 982-9270
Gr: 6-8 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Mclain Community High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13600 West 2nd Place
Denver, CO 80228
(303) 982-7460
Denver, CO 80228
(303) 982-7460
Gr: 7-12 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 80228, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80228, CO include Dunstan Middle School and Mclain Community High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 80228?
2 public middle schools are located in 80228.
What is the racial composition of students in 80228?
80228 public middle schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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