For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 740 students in 80421, CO.
The top ranked public schools in 80421, CO are Deer Creek Elementary School, Fitzsimmons Middle School and Platte Canyon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 80421 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80421, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80421, CO ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Deer Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1737 Cr 43
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Fitzsimmons Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
57093 Us Highway 285
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Gr: 6-8 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Platte Canyon High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
57243 Us Highway 285
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Gr: 9-12 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 80421, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 80421, CO include Deer Creek Elementary School, Fitzsimmons Middle School and Platte Canyon High School.
How many public schools are located in 80421?
3 public schools are located in 80421.
What is the racial composition of students in 80421?
80421 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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