For the 2026 school year, there are 20 public elementary schools serving 7,368 students in 80219, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80219, CO are Denison Montessori School, Gust Elementary School and Doull Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80219 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80219, CO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80219, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Denison Montessori School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1821 South Yates Street
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-8080
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-8080
Gr: PK-6 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Gust Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3440 West Yale Avenue
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-6560
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-6560
Gr: PK-5 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Doull Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2520 South Utica Street
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-8000
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-8000
Gr: PK-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Knapp Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 South Utica Street
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-6130
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-6130
Gr: PK-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Rocky Mountain Prep Ruby Hill
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2626 West Evans Avenue
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 460-2800
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 460-2800
Gr: K-5 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Rocky Mountain Prep Southwest
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
911 South Hazel Court
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 863-8920
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 863-8920
Gr: PK-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Rocky Mountain Prep Federal
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2626 W Evans Ave
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 460-2800
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 460-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy
(Math: 12% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2250 South Quitman Way
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-0200
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-0200
Gr: 1-12 | 670 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Charles M. Schenck (Cms) Community School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 South Lowell Boulevard
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-4300
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-4300
Gr: K-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Newlon Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
361 Vrain Street
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-5150
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-5150
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1111.
Kipp Sunshine Peak Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3400 West Nevada Place
Denver, CO 80219
(303) 934-3245
Denver, CO 80219
(303) 934-3245
Gr: PK-4 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #1212.
Rocky Mountain Prep Westwood
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3201 W Arizona Ave.
Denver, CO 80219
(303) 962-9880
Denver, CO 80219
(303) 962-9880
Gr: 6-8 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1313.
Kepner Beacon Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
911 South Hazel Court
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-0027
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-0027
Gr: 6-8 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #14 - 1614. - 16.
Barnum Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
85 Hooker Street
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-9590
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-9590
Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #14 - 1614. - 16.
Force Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1550 South Wolff Street
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-7400
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-7400
Gr: PK-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #14 - 1614. - 16.
Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1850 South Irving Street
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-6290
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-6290
Gr: PK-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1717.
Castro Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
845 South Lowell Boulevard
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-8990
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-8990
Gr: K-5 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1818.
College View Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2675 South Decatur Street
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-8660
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-8660
Gr: PK-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1919.
Munroe Elementary School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3440 West Virginia Avenue
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-5230
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-5230
Gr: PK-5 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2020.
Compass Academy
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2285 S Federal Blvd
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-0096
Denver, CO 80219
(720) 424-0096
Gr: 6-8 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 80219, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80219, CO include Denison Montessori School, Gust Elementary School and Doull Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80219?
20 public elementary schools are located in 80219.
What is the racial composition of students in 80219?
80219 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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