For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 586 students in 80209, CO.
The top-ranked public preschool in 80209, CO is Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 80209 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 80209, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80209, CO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
710 South Pennsylvania Street
Denver, CO 80209
(720) 424-5990
Denver, CO 80209
(720) 424-5990
Gr: PK-6 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
3245 East Exposition Avenue
Denver, CO 80209
(720) 424-6500
Denver, CO 80209
(720) 424-6500
Gr: PK-K | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 80209, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 80209, CO include Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 80209?
2 public preschools are located in 80209.
What is the racial composition of students in 80209?
80209 public preschools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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