Best 80237 Colorado Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 963 students in 80237, CO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 80237, CO are Southmoor Elementary School and Samuels Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 80237 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 80237, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80237, CO Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southmoor Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3755 South Magnolia Way
Denver, CO 80237
(720) 424-3930
Gr: PK-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Samuels Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3985 South Vincennes Court
Denver, CO 80237
(720) 424-4450
Gr: PK-5 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 80237, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 80237, CO include Southmoor Elementary School and Samuels Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 80237?
2 public preschools are located in 80237.
What is the racial composition of students in 80237?
80237 public preschools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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