Best University Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 310 students in the neighborhood of University, Denver, CO.
The top-ranked public school in University is Asbury Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of University, Denver, CO public school have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of University, Denver, CO (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Asbury Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1320 East Asbury Avenue
Denver, CO 80210
(720) 424-9750
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of University, Denver, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of University, Denver, CO include Asbury Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of University, Denver?
1 public schools are located in the neighborhood of University, Denver.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of University, Denver?
the neighborhood of University, Denver public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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