For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,060 students in 80305, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80305, CO are Summit Middle Charter School, Bear Creek Elementary School and Southern Hills Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80305 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 43% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80305, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summit Middle Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4655 Hanover Avenue
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3900
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3900
Gr: 6-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Bear Creek Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2500 Table Mesa Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3500
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Southern Hills Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1500 Knox Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3400
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1575 Lehigh Street
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3000
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #55.
Creekside Elementary School At Martin Park
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3740 Martin Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3800
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #66.
Community Montessori School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
805 Gillaspie Dr
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3700
Boulder, CO 80305
(720) 561-3700
Gr: PK-6 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 80305, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80305, CO include Summit Middle Charter School, Bear Creek Elementary School and Southern Hills Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80305?
6 public elementary schools are located in 80305.
What is the racial composition of students in 80305?
80305 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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