Best 80602 Colorado Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,299 students in 80602, CO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 80602, CO are Brantner Elementary School and West Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 80602 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 80602, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80602, CO Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brantner Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7800 E. 133rd Avenue
Brighton, CO 80602
(720) 685-5050
Gr: PK-5 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
West Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
13102 Monaco Street
Brighton, CO 80602
(720) 685-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 715 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
5321 E 136th Ave
Brighton, CO 80602
(720) 972-8760
Gr: PK | 33 students Minority enrollment: 54%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 80602, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 80602, CO include Brantner Elementary School and West Ridge Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 80602?
3 public preschools are located in 80602.
What is the racial composition of students in 80602?
80602 public preschools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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