For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 415 students in 80642, CO.
The top-ranked public school in 80642, CO is Hudson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80642 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80642, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80642, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hudson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 Beech Street
Hudson, CO 80642
(303) 536-2200
Hudson, CO 80642
(303) 536-2200
Gr: PK-5 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: n/an/a
1101 4th Ave
Hudson, CO 80642
(303) 536-2000
Hudson, CO 80642
(303) 536-2000
Gr: K-12 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
80642, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3003 Beech Street
Hudson, CO 80642
(303) 536-0440
Hudson, CO 80642
(303) 536-0440
Gr: PK | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 80642, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80642, CO include Hudson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 80642?
2 public schools are located in 80642.
What is the racial composition of students in 80642?
80642 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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