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Best 80305 Colorado Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,907 students in 80305, CO (there are , serving 218 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 80305, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 80305, CO are Summit Middle Charter School, Bear Creek Elementary School and Fairview High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80305 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 45% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80305, CO Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summit Middle Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
4655 Hanover Avenue
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3900
Gr: 6-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Bear Creek Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
2500 Table Mesa Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Fairview High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
1515 Greenbriar Boulevard
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,847 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Southern Hills Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1500 Knox Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1575 Lehigh Street
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #66.
Creekside Elementary School At Martin Park
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3740 Martin Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #77.
Community Montessori School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
805 Gillaspie Dr
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3700
Gr: PK-6 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 80305, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80305, CO include Summit Middle Charter School, Bear Creek Elementary School and Fairview High School.
How many public schools are located in 80305?
7 public schools are located in 80305.
What percentage of students in 80305 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 80305 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80305?
80305 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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