For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,935 students in 80305, CO (there are 2 private schools, serving 231 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80305, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summit Middle Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4655 Hanover Avenue
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3900
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3900
Gr: 6-8 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Bear Creek Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2500 Table Mesa Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3500
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Fairview High School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1515 Greenbriar Boulevard
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3100
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,863 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Southern Hills Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1500 Knox Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3400
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1575 Lehigh Street
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3000
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #66.
Creekside Elementary School At Martin Park
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3740 Martin Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3800
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #77.
Community Montessori School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
805 Gillaspie Dr
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3700
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3700
Gr: PK-6 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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