Best Public Preschools in 80229 (Denver, CO) (2026)

Best 80229 Colorado Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,464 students in 80229, CO.

The top-ranked public preschools in 80229, CO are Welby Community School Of The Arts, Explore Pk-8 and Achieve Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public preschools in zipcode 80229 have an score of 12% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and score of 19% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 80229, CO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public pre schools.

Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80229, CO Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Welby Community School Of The Arts

Magnet School

(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
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1200 E 78th Ave
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 853-1700

Gr: PK-6 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%

Rank: #22.

Explore Pk-8

Magnet School

(Math: 14% | Reading: 24%)
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10310 York St
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 853-1300

Gr: PK-8 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 77%

Rank: #33.

Achieve Academy

Magnet School

(Math: 15% | Reading: 21%)
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9100 Poze Blvd
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 853-1300

Gr: PK-8 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

Rank: #44.

Coronado Hills Elementary School

(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
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8300 Downing Drive
Denver, CO 80229
(720) 972-5320

Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 88%

Rank: #55.

Meadow Community School

Magnet School

(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
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9150 Monroe St
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 853-1500

Gr: PK-8 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Rank: #66.

Thornton Elementary School

(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
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900 Eppinger Boulevard
Denver, CO 80229
(720) 972-5660

Gr: PK-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 80229 Colorado

80229, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Adams12 Five Star Preschool (Closed 2023)

1500 East 128th Avenue
Denver, CO 80229
(720) 972-6001

Gr: PK | 48 students Minority enrollment: 58%

Bertha Heid Elementary Campus (Closed 2007)

9100 Poze Boulevard
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 853-1300

Gr: K-5 | 930 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 72%

Clayton Elementary School (Closed 2004)

2690 Poze Boulevard
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 853-1460

Gr: K-1 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 62%

Crossroad Alternative School (Closed 2011)

Alternative School

455 Eppinger Blvd
Denver, CO 80229
(720) 972-5900

Gr: K-9

High Plains High School (Closed 2005)

Alternative School

455 East Eppinger Boulevard
Denver, CO 80229
(720) 972-5818

Gr: 9-12 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 42%

Mapleton Early Learning Center (Closed 2013)

602 East 64th Ave
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 853-1100

Gr: PK-K | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 78%

Meadow Elementary School (Closed 2007)

9150 Monroe Street
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 853-1500

Gr: K-5 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 67%

Monterey Elementary School (Closed 2007)

2201 Mc Elwain Boulevard
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 853-1360

Gr: K-6 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 67%

New America School (Closed 2011)

601 East 64th Ave
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 991-0130

Gr: 9-12

Skyview High School (Closed 2008)

89000 York Street
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 853-1200

Gr: 9-12 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 43:1 Minority enrollment: 55%

Welby New Technology Elementary School (Closed 2011)

1200 East 78th Ave
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 853-1660

Gr: 9-12

York Middle School (Closed 2007)

9200 York Street
Denver, CO 80229
(303) 853-1600

Gr: 6-8 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 68%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 80229, CO?

The top-ranked public preschools in 80229, CO include Welby Community School Of The Arts, Explore Pk-8 and Achieve Academy.

How many public preschools are located in 80229?

6 public preschools are located in 80229.

What is the racial composition of students in 80229?

80229 public preschools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).