For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,238 students in 80209, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80209, CO are Steele Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Dsst Cedar Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80209 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80209, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80209, CO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Steele Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
320 South Marion Parkway
Denver, CO 80209
(720) 424-3720
Denver, CO 80209
(720) 424-3720
Grades: K-5
| 444 students
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
710 South Pennsylvania Street
Denver, CO 80209
(720) 424-5990
Denver, CO 80209
(720) 424-5990
Grades: PK-6
| 315 students
Rank: #33.
Dsst Cedar Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
150 S Pearl Street
Denver, CO 80209
(303) 524-6350
Denver, CO 80209
(303) 524-6350
Grades: 6-8
| 479 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 80209, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80209, CO include Steele Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Dsst Cedar Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80209?
3 public elementary schools are located in 80209.
What is the racial composition of students in 80209?
80209 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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