For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,962 students in 80002, CO (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,234 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in 80002, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 80002, CO are Drake Junior High School, Lawrence Elementary School and Foster Dual Language Pk-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80002 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80002, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80002, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Drake Junior High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12550 West 52nd Avenue
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1510
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1510
Gr: 6-8 | 1,002 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Lawrence Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5611 Zephyr Street
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1825
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1825
Gr: K-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Foster Dual Language Pk-8
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5300 Saulsbury Court
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1680
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1680
Gr: PK-8 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: n/an/a
Prospect Academy
Charter School
5592 Independence Street
Arvada, CO 80002
(720) 804-0018
Arvada, CO 80002
(720) 804-0018
Gr: 4-8 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
80002, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5751 Balsam Street
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1240
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1240
Gr: K-8 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 80002, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80002, CO include Drake Junior High School, Lawrence Elementary School and Foster Dual Language Pk-8.
How many public schools are located in 80002?
4 public schools are located in 80002.
What percentage of students in 80002 go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in 80002 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80002?
80002 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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