For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,137 students in 80030, CO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80030, CO are Colorado Stem Academy, John E. Flynn A Marzano Academy and Westminster Academy For International Studies. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 80030 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 80030, CO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public middle school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80030, CO Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Colorado Stem Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7281 Irving Street
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 429-7836
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 429-7836
Gr: PK-8 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
John E. Flynn A Marzano Academy
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8731 Lowell Boulevard
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 428-2161
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 428-2161
Gr: PK-8 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Westminster Academy For International Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7482 Irving Street
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 428-2494
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 428-2494
Gr: PK-8 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #44.
Sunset Ridge Pk-8
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9451 Hooker Street
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 426-8907
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 426-8907
Gr: PK-8 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Shaw Heights Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8780 Circle Drive
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 428-9533
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 428-9533
Gr: 6-8 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
80030, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative Center For Education (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
3455 West 72nd Avenue
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 428-2575
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 428-2575
Gr: 8-12 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Goal Ged Prep (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
3621 West 73rd Ave Unit C
Westminster, CO 80030
(719) 545-4704
Westminster, CO 80030
(719) 545-4704
Gr: 8-12 | 18 students Minority enrollment: 44%
8845 Wagner Drive
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 429-8081
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 429-8081
Gr: K-5 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
7482 Irving Street
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 428-2494
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 428-2494
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
4105 West 80th Avenue
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 428-2511
Westminster, CO 80030
(303) 428-2511
Gr: PK-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 80030, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80030, CO include Colorado Stem Academy, John E. Flynn A Marzano Academy and Westminster Academy For International Studies.
How many public middle schools are located in 80030?
6 public middle schools are located in 80030.
What is the racial composition of students in 80030?
80030 public middle schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public middle schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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