For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,550 students in 80002, CO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80002, CO are Drake Junior High School and Foster Dual Language Pk-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 80002 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 80002, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80002, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Drake Junior High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12550 West 52nd Avenue
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1510
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1510
Gr: 6-8 | 1,002 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Foster Dual Language Pk-8
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5300 Saulsbury Court
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1680
Arvada, CO 80002
(303) 982-1680
Gr: PK-8 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: n/an/a
Prospect Academy
Charter School
5592 Independence Street
Arvada, CO 80002
(720) 804-0018
Arvada, CO 80002
(720) 804-0018
Gr: 4-8 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 80002, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80002, CO include Drake Junior High School and Foster Dual Language Pk-8.
How many public middle schools are located in 80002?
3 public middle schools are located in 80002.
What is the racial composition of students in 80002?
80002 public middle schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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