Best 80835 Colorado Public Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 228 students in 80835, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80835, CO are Simla Elementary School and Simla Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80835 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80835, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80835, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Simla Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
18091 County Road 125
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Gr: PK-5 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Simla Junior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
18091 County Road 125
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Gr: 6-8 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 80835, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80835, CO include Simla Elementary School and Simla Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80835?
2 public elementary schools are located in 80835.
What is the racial composition of students in 80835?
80835 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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