Best 80435 Colorado Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 617 students in 80435, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80435, CO are Summit Cove Elementary School and Dillon Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80435 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80435, CO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80435, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summit Cove Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
0727 Cove Boulevard
Dillon, CO 80435
(970) 368-1700
Gr: PK-5 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Dillon Valley Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
108 Deerpath Road
Dillon, CO 80435
(970) 368-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 80435, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80435, CO include Summit Cove Elementary School and Dillon Valley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80435?
2 public elementary schools are located in 80435.
What is the racial composition of students in 80435?
80435 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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