For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 789 students in 80232, CO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 80232, CO are Kendrick Lakes Elementary School and Patterson International School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 80232 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 80232, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80232, CO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kendrick Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1350 South Hoyt Street
Denver, CO 80232
(303) 982-8324
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:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1263 South Dudley Street
Denver, CO 80232
(303) 982-8470
Denver, CO 80232
(303) 982-8470
Gr: PK-6 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 80232, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 80232, CO include Kendrick Lakes Elementary School and Patterson International School.
How many public preschools are located in 80232?
2 public preschools are located in 80232.
What is the racial composition of students in 80232?
80232 public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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