For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,098 students in 80403, CO (there are 3 private schools, serving 270 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 80403, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 80403, CO are Fairmount Elementary School, Mitchell Elementary School and Gilpin County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80403 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Colorado public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 80403, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80403, CO Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fairmount Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
15975 West 50th Avenue
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 982-5422
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 982-5422
Grades: K-5
| 592 students
Rank: #22.
Mitchell Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
200 Rubey Drive
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 982-5874
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 982-5874
Grades: K-5
| 531 students
Rank: #33.
Gilpin County Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10595 Highway 119
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 582-3444
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 582-3444
Grades: PK-5
| 203 students
Rank: #44.
Compass Montessori - Golden Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4441 Salvia Street
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 271-1977
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 271-1977
Grades: PK-12
| 420 students
Rank: #55.
Coal Creek Canyon K-8 Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11719 Ranch Elsie Road
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 982-3409
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 982-3409
Grades: K-8
| 118 students
Rank: #66.
Gilpin County Undivided High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10595 Highway 119
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 582-3444
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 582-3444
Grades: 6-12
| 234 students
80403, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Gilpin County Alternative School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
10595 Highway 119
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 582-9975
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 582-9975
Grades: 9-12
| 15 students
10595 Highway 119
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 582-3444
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 582-3444
Grades: 1-3
| 15 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 80403, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 80403, CO include Fairmount Elementary School, Mitchell Elementary School and Gilpin County Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 80403, CO?
6 public schools are located in 80403, CO.
What percentage of students in 80403, CO go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 80403, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80403, CO?
80403, CO public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
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