Top 3 Best 80421 Colorado Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 837 students in 80421, CO.
The top ranked public schools in 80421, CO are Platte Canyon High School, Fitzsimmons Middle School and Deer Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80421 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Colorado public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 80421, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80421, CO Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Platte Canyon High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
57243 Us Highway 285
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Grades: 9-12
| 251 students
Rank: #22.
Fitzsimmons Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
57093 Us Highway 285
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Grades: 6-8
| 169 students
Rank: #33.
Deer Creek Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1737 Cr 43
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Grades: PK-5
| 417 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 80421, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 80421, CO include Platte Canyon High School, Fitzsimmons Middle School and Deer Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 80421, CO?
3 public schools are located in 80421, CO.
What is the racial composition of students in 80421, CO?
80421, CO public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).

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