Best 80720 Colorado Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 294 students in 80720, CO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 80720, CO is Akron Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 80720 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 80720, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80720, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Akron Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
600 Elm Avenue
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 middle schools in 80720, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80720, CO include Akron Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 80720?
1 public middle schools are located in 80720.
What is the racial composition of students in 80720?
80720 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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