Best 80829 Colorado Public Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 973 students in 80829, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in 80829, CO are Manitou Springs High School, Manitou Springs Elementary School and Manitou Springs Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80829 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80829, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80829, CO Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manitou Springs High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
401 El Monte Place
Manitou Springs, CO 80829
(719) 685-2074
Gr: 9-12 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Manitou Springs Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
110 Pawnee Avenue
Manitou Springs, CO 80829
(719) 685-2195
Gr: PK-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Manitou Springs Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
415 El Monte Place
Manitou Springs, CO 80829
(719) 685-2127
Gr: 6-8 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 80829, CO?
How many public schools are located in 80829?
3 public schools are located in 80829.
What is the racial composition of students in 80829?
80829 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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