For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,843 students in 80002, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80002, CO are Drake Junior High School, Lawrence Elementary School and Foster Dual Language Pk-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80002 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80002, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80002, CO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Drake Junior High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12550 West 52nd Avenue
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1510
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1510
Grades: 6-8
| 982 students
Rank: #22.
Lawrence Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5611 Zephyr Street
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1825
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1825
Grades: PK-5
| 347 students
Rank: #33.
Foster Dual Language Pk-8
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5300 Saulsbury Court
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1680
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1680
Grades: PK-8
| 435 students
Rank: n/an/a
Prospect Academy
Charter School
5592 Independence Street
Arvada, CO 80002
(720) 804-0018
Arvada, CO 80002
(720) 804-0018
Grades: 5-8
| 79 students
80002, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5751 Balsam St
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1240
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1240
Grades: 7-8
| n/a students
5150 Allison St
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-2145
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-2145
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 80002, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80002, CO include Drake Junior High School, Lawrence Elementary School and Foster Dual Language Pk-8.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80002?
4 public elementary schools are located in 80002.
What is the racial composition of students in 80002?
80002 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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