For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 415 students in 80720, CO.
The top ranked public schools in 80720, CO are Akron High School and Akron Elementary 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 28% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80720, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80720, CO Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Akron High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 Elm Avenue
Akron, CO 80720
(970) 345-2268
Akron, CO 80720
(970) 345-2268
Gr: 9-12 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Akron Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 Elm Avenue
Akron, CO 80720
(970) 345-2266
Akron, CO 80720
(970) 345-2266
Gr: PK-8 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 80720, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 80720, CO include Akron High School and Akron Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 80720?
2 public schools are located in 80720.
What is the racial composition of students in 80720?
80720 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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