For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 140 students in 80452, CO.
The top ranked public school in 80452, CO is Carlson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 80452 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80452, CO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80452, CO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carlson Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1300 Miner Street
Idaho Springs, CO 80452
(303) 567-4431
Idaho Springs, CO 80452
(303) 567-4431
Grades: PK-6
| 140 students
80452, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
The One Room School House (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
P O Box 3369
Idaho Springs, CO 80452
(303) 569-2328
Idaho Springs, CO 80452
(303) 569-2328
Grades: 7-12
| 26 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 80452, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 80452, CO include Carlson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 80452?
1 public schools are located in 80452.
What is the racial composition of students in 80452?
80452 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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