For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,552 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80921, CO Public Schools (2025)
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 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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 | 1,871 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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 | 849 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
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 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
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 | 1,048 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
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 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
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 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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