For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 10,034 students in 80013, CO (there are 3 private schools, serving 390 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 80013, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 80013, CO are Aurora Frontier K-8, Dakota Valley Elementary School and Vassar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80013 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80013, CO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80013, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aurora Frontier K-8
(Math: 38% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3200 S Jericho Way
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 693-1995
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 693-1995
Gr: PK-8 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Dakota Valley Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3950 South Kirk Way
Aurora, CO 80013
(720) 886-3000
Aurora, CO 80013
(720) 886-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Vassar Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
18101 East Vassar Pl
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 752-3772
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 752-3772
Gr: PK-5 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Rangeview High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
17599 East Iliff Ave
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 695-6848
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 695-6848
Gr: 9-12 | 2,078 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
Mission Viejo Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3855 South Alicia Parkway
Aurora, CO 80013
(720) 886-8000
Aurora, CO 80013
(720) 886-8000
Gr: PK-5 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #66.
Dalton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
17401 East Dartmouth Ave
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 693-7561
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 693-7561
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #77.
Arrowhead Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
19100 East Bates Avenue
Aurora, CO 80013
(720) 886-2800
Aurora, CO 80013
(720) 886-2800
Gr: PK-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #88.
Dartmouth Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3050 South Laredo St
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 690-1155
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 690-1155
Gr: PK-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #99.
Cimarron Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
17373 East Lehigh Pl
Aurora, CO 80013
(720) 886-8100
Aurora, CO 80013
(720) 886-8100
Gr: PK-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #1010.
Side Creek Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
19191 East Iliff Pl
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 755-1785
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 755-1785
Gr: PK-5 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1111.
Columbia Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
17600 East Columbia Ave
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 690-6570
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 690-6570
Gr: 6-8 | 636 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1212.
Horizon Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3981 South Reservoir Road
Aurora, CO 80013
(720) 886-6100
Aurora, CO 80013
(720) 886-6100
Gr: 6-8 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #1313.
Sunrise Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4050 South Genoa Way
Aurora, CO 80013
(720) 886-2900
Aurora, CO 80013
(720) 886-2900
Gr: PK-5 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #1414.
Yale Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
16001 East Yale Ave
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 751-7470
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 751-7470
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #1515.
Mrachek Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1955 South Telluride St
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 750-2836
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 750-2836
Gr: 6-8 | 811 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
3333 South Norfork Way
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 400-0863
Aurora, CO 80013
(303) 400-0863
Gr: PK | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 55:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 80013, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80013, CO include Aurora Frontier K-8, Dakota Valley Elementary School and Vassar Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 80013?
16 public schools are located in 80013.
What percentage of students in 80013 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 80013 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80013?
80013 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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