For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,907 students in 80305, CO (there are 2 private schools, serving 232 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 80305, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 80305, CO are Summit Middle Charter School, Bear Creek Elementary School and Fairview High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80305 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 45% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80305, CO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Summit Middle Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4655 Hanover Avenue
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3900
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3900
Grades: 6-8
| 361 students
Rank: #22.
Bear Creek Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2500 Table Mesa Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3500
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3500
Grades: PK-5
| 315 students
Rank: #33.
Fairview High School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1515 Greenbriar Boulevard
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3100
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,847 students
Rank: #44.
Southern Hills Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1500 Knox Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3400
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3400
Grades: 6-8
| 493 students
Rank: #55.
Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1575 Lehigh Street
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3000
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3000
Grades: PK-5
| 246 students
Rank: #66.
Creekside Elementary School At Martin Park
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3740 Martin Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3800
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3800
Grades: PK-5
| 368 students
Rank: #77.
Community Montessori School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
805 Gillaspie Dr
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3700
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3700
Grades: PK-6
| 277 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 80305, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 80305, CO include Summit Middle Charter School, Bear Creek Elementary School and Fairview High School.
How many public schools are located in 80305?
7 public schools are located in 80305.
What percentage of students in 80305 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 80305 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80305?
80305 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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