For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 606 students in 80829, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80829, CO are 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 elementary schools in zipcode 80829 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80829, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80829, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manitou Springs Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
110 Pawnee Avenue
Manitou Springs, CO 80829
(719) 685-2195
Manitou Springs, CO 80829
(719) 685-2195
Gr: PK-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Manitou Springs Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
415 El Monte Place
Manitou Springs, CO 80829
(719) 685-2127
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 elementary schools in 80829, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80829, CO include Manitou Springs Elementary School and Manitou Springs Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80829?
2 public elementary schools are located in 80829.
What is the racial composition of students in 80829?
80829 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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