Best 80840 Colorado Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,642 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 44% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80840, CO Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Air Academy High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
551 North Frontage Road West
Usaf Academy, CO 80840
(719) 234-2400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,315 students
Rank: #22.
Douglass Valley Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4610 Douglass Drive
Usaf Academy, CO 80840
(719) 234-4200
Grades: K-5
| 327 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 80840 Colorado

80840, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
650 Pine Loop
Usaf Academy, CO 80840
(719) 234-4900
Grades: PK-6
| 149 students

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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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