For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,619 students in 80921, CO (there are 2 private schools, serving 189 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 80921, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 80921, CO are The Classical Academy High School, The Classical Academy Charter and Tca College Pathways. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80921 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80921, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80921, CO Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Classical Academy High School
Charter School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
975 Stout Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 484-0091
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 484-0091
Gr: 9-12 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
The Classical Academy Charter
Charter School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
975 Stout Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 484-0081
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 484-0081
Gr: K-6 | 1,909 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Tca College Pathways
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12201 Cross Peak View
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 488-6294
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 488-6294
Gr: 7-12 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Discovery Canyon Campus Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1810 North Gate Blvd
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 234-1810
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 234-1810
Gr: 6-8 | 821 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #55.
Discovery Canyon Campus Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1810 North Gate Blvd
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 234-3810
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 234-3810
Gr: PK-5 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #66.
Discovery Canyon Campus High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1810 Northgate Boulevard
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 234-1800
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 234-1800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,021 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #77.
Antelope Trails Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15280 Jessie Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 234-4100
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 234-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #88.
The Classical Academy Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
975 Stout Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 484-0091
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 484-0091
Gr: 7-8 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #99.
The Da Vinci Academy School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1335 Bridle Oak Lane
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 234-5400
Colorado Springs, CO 80921
(719) 234-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 80921, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80921, CO include The Classical Academy High School, The Classical Academy Charter and Tca College Pathways.
How many public schools are located in 80921?
9 public schools are located in 80921.
What percentage of students in 80921 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 80921 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80921?
80921 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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