For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 706 students in 80246, CO (there are 2 private schools, serving 391 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 80246, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public school in 80246, CO is Mcmeen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 80246 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80246, CO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80246, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcmeen Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 South Holly Street
Denver, CO 80246
(720) 424-5520
Denver, CO 80246
(720) 424-5520
Gr: PK-5 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 80246, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80246, CO include Mcmeen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 80246?
1 public schools are located in 80246.
What percentage of students in 80246 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 80246 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80246?
80246 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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