For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,031 students in 80209, CO.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 80209, CO are Dsst Cedar High School and Dsst Cedar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 80209 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Colorado public charter school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 80209, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public charter school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80209, CO Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dsst Cedar High School
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
150 South Pearl Street
Denver, CO 80209
(303) 524-6350
Denver, CO 80209
(303) 524-6350
Gr: 9-12 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Dsst Cedar Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
150 S Pearl Street
Denver, CO 80209
(303) 524-6350
Denver, CO 80209
(303) 524-6350
Gr: 6-8 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 80209, CO?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 80209, CO include Dsst Cedar High School and Dsst Cedar Middle School.
How many public charter schools are located in 80209?
2 public charter schools are located in 80209.
What is the racial composition of students in 80209?
80209 public charter schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public charter schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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