For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,448 students in Mead, CO.
The top ranked public schools in Mead, CO are Mead Elementary School and Mead Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mead, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Mead have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Mead, CO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mead Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
520 Welker Ave.
Mead, CO 80542
(970) 535-4488
Mead, CO 80542
(970) 535-4488
Grades: PK-5
| 873 students
Rank: #22.
Mead Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
620 Welker Ave.
Mead, CO 80542
(970) 535-4446
Mead, CO 80542
(970) 535-4446
Grades: 6-8
| 575 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Mead, CO?
The top ranked public schools in Mead, CO include Mead Elementary School and Mead Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Mead?
2 public schools are located in Mead.
What is the racial composition of students in Mead?
Mead public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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