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Best 80134 Colorado Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 17 public schools serving 9,874 students in 80134, CO (there are 9 private schools, serving 2,004 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 80134, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 80134, CO are North Star Academy, Challenge To Excellence Charter School and Gold Rush Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80134 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80134, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80134, CO Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Star Academy
Charter School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
16700 Keystone Blvd
Parker, CO 80134
(720) 851-7827
Gr: K-8 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Challenge To Excellence Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
16995 East Carlson Drive
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 841-9816
Gr: K-8 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Gold Rush Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
12021 South Swift Fox Way
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 387-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Northeast Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6598 North State Highway 83
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 387-8600
Gr: 3-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #55.
Legacy Point Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
12736 South Red Rosa Circle
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 387-8725
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Singing Hills Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
41012 Madrid Drive
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 646-1858
Gr: K-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #77.
Prairie Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
11605 South Bradbury Ranch Dri
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 387-8200
Gr: PK-6 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #88.
Ponderosa High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
7007 East Bayou Gulch Road
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 387-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,406 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #99.
Pine Grove Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
10450 Stonegate Parkway
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 387-8075
Gr: PK-6 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #1010.
Global Village Academy - Douglas County
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
18451 Ponderosa Drive
Parker, CO 80134
(720) 476-8044
Gr: K-6 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #1111.
Cherokee Trail Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
17302 Clarke Farms Drive
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 387-8125
Gr: PK-6 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #1212.
Mammoth Heights Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
9500 Stonegate Parkway
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 387-8925
Gr: PK-6 | 598 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1313.
Leman Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
19560 Stroh Road
Parker, CO 80134
(720) 767-1600
Gr: K-8 | 1,390 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #1414.
Sagewood Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4725 Fox Sparrow Road
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 387-4300
Gr: 6-8 | 816 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
Mountain View Elementary School
8502 East Pinery Parkway
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 387-8675
Gr: PK-2 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
Singing Hills Preschool
41012 Madrid Drive
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 646-1858
Gr: PK | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 72:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
Venture Academy Of Leadership And Entrepreneurship
15653 Brookstone Dr
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 242-6165
Gr: 9-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 80134, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80134, CO include North Star Academy, Challenge To Excellence Charter School and Gold Rush Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 80134?
17 public schools are located in 80134.
What percentage of students in 80134 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 80134 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80134?
80134 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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