Best 80421 Colorado Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 138 students in 80421, CO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 80421, CO is Fitzsimmons Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 80421 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 80421, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80421, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fitzsimmons Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
57243 Us Highway 285
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Gr: 6-8 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 20%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 80421, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80421, CO include Fitzsimmons Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 80421?
1 public middle schools are located in 80421.
What is the racial composition of students in 80421?
80421 public middle schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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