For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,582 students in 80260, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in 80260, CO are Stem Launch and The Pinnacle Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80260 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80260, CO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80260, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stem Launch
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9450 Pecos Street
Denver, CO 80260
(720) 972-5120
Denver, CO 80260
(720) 972-5120
Gr: K-8 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
The Pinnacle Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1001 W 84th Ave
Denver, CO 80260
(303) 450-3985
Denver, CO 80260
(303) 450-3985
Gr: K-12 | 1,905 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 80260, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80260, CO include Stem Launch and The Pinnacle Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 80260?
2 public schools are located in 80260.
What is the racial composition of students in 80260?
80260 public schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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