For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 155 students in 80480, CO.
The top-ranked public school in 80480, CO is North Park School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 80480 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80480, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80480, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Park School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
910 4th Street
Walden, CO 80480
(970) 723-3300
Walden, CO 80480
(970) 723-3300
Gr: PK-12 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
80480, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
910 4th Street
Walden, CO 80480
(970) 723-3300
Walden, CO 80480
(970) 723-3300
Gr: PK-5 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 80480, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80480, CO include North Park School.
How many public schools are located in 80480?
1 public schools are located in 80480.
What is the racial composition of students in 80480?
80480 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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