For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 306 students in 80840, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 80840, CO is Douglass Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 80840 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80840, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80840, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Douglass Valley Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4610 Douglass Drive
Usaf Academy, CO 80840
(719) 234-4200
Usaf Academy, CO 80840
(719) 234-4200
Gr: K-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 80840, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80840, CO include Douglass Valley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80840?
1 public elementary schools are located in 80840.
What is the racial composition of students in 80840?
80840 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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