For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 411 students in 80720, CO.
The top ranked public schools in 80720, CO are Akron Elementary School and Akron High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80720 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Colorado public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 80720, CO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80720, CO Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Akron Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 Elm Avenue
Akron, CO 80720
(970) 345-2266
Akron, CO 80720
(970) 345-2266
Grades: PK-8
| 314 students
Rank: #22.
Akron High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 Elm Avenue
Akron, CO 80720
(970) 345-2268
Akron, CO 80720
(970) 345-2268
Grades: 9-12
| 97 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 80720, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 80720, CO include Akron Elementary School and Akron High School.
How many public schools are located in 80720, CO?
2 public schools are located in 80720, CO.
What is the racial composition of students in 80720, CO?
80720, CO public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
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