For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 8,825 students in 80238, CO (there are 4 private schools, serving 318 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 80238, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 80238, CO are William (Bill) Roberts Ece-8 School, Westerly Creek Elementary School and Swigert International School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80238 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80238, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80238, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William (Bill) Roberts Ece-8 School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2100 Akron Way
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 424-2640
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 424-2640
Gr: K-8 | 872 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Westerly Creek Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8800 East 28th Avenue
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 424-3160
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 424-3160
Gr: PK-5 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Swigert International School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3480 Syracuse Street
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 424-4800
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 424-4800
Gr: PK-5 | 673 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Denver Green School Northfield
(Math: 60% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5677 N Galena St
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 423-8200
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 423-8200
Gr: 6-8 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #55.
Northfield High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5500 Central Park Blvd
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 423-8000
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 423-8000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,137 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #66.
Willow Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8499 E Stoll Place
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 424-2100
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 424-2100
Gr: PK-5 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #77.
Dsst Conservatory Green High School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5590 N Central Park Blvd #4
Denver, CO 80238
(303) 802-4127
Denver, CO 80238
(303) 802-4127
Gr: 9-12 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Inspire Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5650 N Elmira Ct
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 424-4850
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 424-4850
Gr: PK-5 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #99.
Isabella Bird Community School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2701 N. Lima St.
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 423-9900
Denver, CO 80238
(720) 423-9900
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #1010.
Dsst Montview High School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2000 Valentia Street
Denver, CO 80238
(303) 320-5570
Denver, CO 80238
(303) 320-5570
Gr: 9-12 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1111.
Dsst Montview Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Valentia Street
Denver, CO 80238
(303) 320-5570
Denver, CO 80238
(303) 320-5570
Gr: 6-8 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1212.
Dsst Conservatory Green Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8499 East Stoll Place
Denver, CO 80238
(303) 802-4120
Denver, CO 80238
(303) 802-4120
Gr: 6-8 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
19201 E 62nd Ave.
Denver, CO 80238
(303) 940-0736
Denver, CO 80238
(303) 940-0736
Gr: PK-1 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 80238, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80238, CO include William (Bill) Roberts Ece-8 School, Westerly Creek Elementary School and Swigert International School.
How many public schools are located in 80238?
13 public schools are located in 80238.
What percentage of students in 80238 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 80238 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80238?
80238 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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