For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,448 students in 80542, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80542, CO are Mead Elementary School and Mead Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80542 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80542, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80542, CO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mead Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
520 Welker Ave.
Mead, CO 80542
(970) 535-4488
Mead, CO 80542
(970) 535-4488
Grades: PK-5
| 873 students
Rank: #22.
Mead Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
620 Welker Ave.
Mead, CO 80542
(970) 535-4446
Mead, CO 80542
(970) 535-4446
Grades: 6-8
| 575 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 80542, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80542, CO include Mead Elementary School and Mead Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80542?
2 public elementary schools are located in 80542.
What is the racial composition of students in 80542?
80542 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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