For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,448 students in 80542, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80542, 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.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80542 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80542, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80542, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mead Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
520 Welker Ave.
Mead, CO 80542
(970) 535-4488
Mead, CO 80542
(970) 535-4488
Gr: PK-5 | 873 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Mead Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
620 Welker Ave.
Mead, CO 80542
(970) 535-4446
Mead, CO 80542
(970) 535-4446
Gr: 6-8 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 80542, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80542, CO include Mead Elementary School and Mead Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80542?
2 public elementary schools are located in 80542.
What is the racial composition of students in 80542?
80542 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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