Best 80535 Colorado Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,017 students in 80535, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80535, CO are Cache La Poudre Middle School and Cache La Poudre Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80535 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80535, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80535, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cache La Poudre Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3515 W Cr 54g
Laporte, CO 80535
(970) 488-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Cache La Poudre Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
3511 W Cr 54g
Laporte, CO 80535
(970) 488-7600
Gr: PK-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
4700 East Prospect Road
Laporte, CO 80535
(970) 419-3400
Gr: 6-12 | 1,456 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 80535, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80535, CO include Cache La Poudre Middle School and Cache La Poudre Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80535?
3 public elementary schools are located in 80535.
What is the racial composition of students in 80535?
80535 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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