Best 80840 Colorado Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,686 students in 80840, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in 80840, CO are Air Academy High School and Douglass Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80840 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80840, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80840, CO Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Air Academy High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
551 North Frontage Road West
Usaf Academy, CO 80840
(719) 234-2400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,380 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Douglass Valley Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4610 Douglass Drive
Usaf Academy, CO 80840
(719) 234-4200
Gr: K-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 80840 Colorado

80840, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
650 Pine Loop
Usaf Academy, CO 80840
(719) 234-4900
Gr: PK-6 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 80840, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80840, CO include Air Academy High School and Douglass Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 80840?
2 public schools are located in 80840.
What is the racial composition of students in 80840?
80840 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Recent Articles

Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.

Quick Links