Best 80128 Colorado Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,833 students in 80128, CO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80128, CO are Deer Creek Middle School, Falcon Bluffs Middle School and Ken Caryl Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 80128 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 80128, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80128, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Deer Creek Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
9201 West Columbine Drive
Littleton, CO 80128
(303) 982-3820
Gr: 6-8 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Falcon Bluffs Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
8449 South Garrison Street
Littleton, CO 80128
(303) 982-9900
Gr: 6-8 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Ken Caryl Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6509 West Ken Caryl Avenue
Littleton, CO 80128
(303) 982-4710
Gr: 6-8 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 30%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 80128, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80128, CO include Deer Creek Middle School, Falcon Bluffs Middle School and Ken Caryl Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 80128?
3 public middle schools are located in 80128.
What is the racial composition of students in 80128?
80128 public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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