For the 2026-27 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,588 students in 80233, CO (there are 2 private schools, serving 112 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 80233, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 80233, CO are Hulstrom K-8, Stem Lab and The Studio School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80233 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80233, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80233, CO Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hulstrom K-8
(Math: 76% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
11551 Wyco Drive
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5400
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5400
Gr: K-8 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Stem Lab
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11700 Irma Drive
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-4000
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-4000
Gr: PK-8 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
The Studio School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10604 Grant Drive
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-3620
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-3620
Gr: K-5 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Cherry Drive Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11500 Cherry Drive
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5300
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Woodglen Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11717 Madison Street
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5700
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5700
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #66.
Riverdale Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10724 Elm Drive
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5580
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5580
Gr: PK-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #77.
Leroy Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1451 East Leroy Drive
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5460
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5460
Gr: K-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #88.
Stukey Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11080 Grant Drive
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5420
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5420
Gr: K-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #99.
Malley Drive Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 East Malley Drive
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5480
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5480
Gr: PK-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1010.
Northglenn Middle School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1123 Muriel Drive
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5080
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5080
Gr: 6-8 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
80233, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
11551 Wyco Drive
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5720
Denver, CO 80233
(720) 972-5720
Gr: PK-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 80233, CO?
How many public schools are located in 80233?
10 public schools are located in 80233.
What percentage of students in 80233 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 80233 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80233?
80233 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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