For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 691 students in 80228, CO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 80228, CO are Hutchinson Elementary School and Foothills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 80228 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 80228, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80228, CO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hutchinson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12900 West Utah Avenue
Denver, CO 80228
(303) 982-9561
Denver, CO 80228
(303) 982-9561
Gr: PK-5 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Foothills Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13165 West Ohio Avenue
Denver, CO 80228
(303) 982-9324
Denver, CO 80228
(303) 982-9324
Gr: PK-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 80228, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 80228, CO include Hutchinson Elementary School and Foothills Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 80228?
2 public preschools are located in 80228.
What is the racial composition of students in 80228?
80228 public preschools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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