For the 2025 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-12
| 155 students
80480, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
910 4th Street
Walden, CO 80480
(970) 723-3300
Walden, CO 80480
(970) 723-3300
Grades: PK-5
| 112 students
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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