For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,827 students in Elizabeth, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in Elizabeth, CO are Elizabeth High School, Elizabeth Middle School and Running Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elizabeth, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Elizabeth have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Elizabeth, CO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elizabeth High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
34500 County Road 13
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-4616
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-4616
Gr: 9-12 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Elizabeth Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
34427 County Road 13
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-4520
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-4520
Gr: 6-8 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Running Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
900 South Elbert Street
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-4620
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-4620
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Legacy Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1975 Legacy Circle
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-2636
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-2636
Gr: K-8 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
589 South Banner Street
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-4620
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-4620
Gr: PK | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 53:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Elizabeth, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in Elizabeth, CO include Elizabeth High School, Elizabeth Middle School and Running Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Elizabeth?
5 public schools are located in Elizabeth.
What is the racial composition of students in Elizabeth?
Elizabeth public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Elizabeth are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Elizabeth include: Running Creek Elementary School vs. Legacy Academy, Legacy Academy vs. Running Creek Elementary School
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