For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 2,903 students in 80501, CO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80501, CO are Twin Peaks Classical Academy, Flagstaff Charter Academy and St. Vrain Community Montessori School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 80501 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 80501, CO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80501, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Twin Peaks Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
340 South Sunset Street
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 772-7286
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 772-7286
Gr: K-12 | 879 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Flagstaff Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2040 Miller Drive
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 651-7900
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 651-7900
Gr: PK-8 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
St. Vrain Community Montessori School
Charter School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1055 Delaware Ave.
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 682-4339
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 682-4339
Gr: PK-8 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Sunset Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1300 S. Sunset
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 776-3963
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 776-3963
Gr: 6-8 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #55.
St. Vrain Launched Virtual Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
395 S. Pratt Parkway
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 702-8800
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 702-8800
Gr: K-12 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #66.
Longs Peak Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 14th Avenue
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 776-5611
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 776-5611
Gr: 5-8 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 80501, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80501, CO include Twin Peaks Classical Academy, Flagstaff Charter Academy and St. Vrain Community Montessori School.
How many public middle schools are located in 80501?
6 public middle schools are located in 80501.
What is the racial composition of students in 80501?
80501 public middle schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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