For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 2,711 students in 80501, CO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 80501, CO are Central Elementary School, 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 preschools in zipcode 80501 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 80501, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80501, CO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1020 4th Avenue
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 776-3236
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 776-3236
Gr: PK-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
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.
Burlington Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1051 S. Pratt Parkway
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 776-8861
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 776-8861
Gr: PK-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #55.
Sanborn Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2235 Vivian Street
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 772-3838
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 772-3838
Gr: PK-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #66.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1415 14th Street
Longmont, CO 80501
(720) 652-8261
Longmont, CO 80501
(720) 652-8261
Gr: PK-4 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #77.
Indian Peaks Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1335 South Judson
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 772-7240
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 772-7240
Gr: PK-5 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
Northridge Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1200 19th Avenue
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 772-3040
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 772-3040
Gr: PK-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 80501, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 80501, CO include Central Elementary School, Flagstaff Charter Academy and St. Vrain Community Montessori School.
How many public preschools are located in 80501?
8 public preschools are located in 80501.
What is the racial composition of students in 80501?
80501 public preschools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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