Best 80232 Colorado Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,766 students in 80232, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in 80232, CO are Kendrick Lakes Elementary School, Patterson International School and Lasley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80232 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80232, CO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80232, CO Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kendrick Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1350 South Hoyt Street
Denver, CO 80232
(303) 982-8324
Gr: PK-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Patterson International School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1263 South Dudley Street
Denver, CO 80232
(303) 982-8470
Gr: PK-6 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Lasley Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1401 South Kendall Street
Denver, CO 80232
(303) 982-9720
Gr: K-6 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Alameda International Junior/senior High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1255 South Wadsworth Blvd
Denver, CO 80232
(303) 982-8160
Gr: 7-12 | 1,002 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
1505 South Pierson St
Denver, CO 80232
(303) 910-2671
Gr: K-12 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 80232, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80232, CO include Kendrick Lakes Elementary School, Patterson International School and Lasley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 80232?
5 public schools are located in 80232.
What is the racial composition of students in 80232?
80232 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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