For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,922 students in 80303, CO (there are , serving 495 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 80303, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 80303, CO are High Peaks Elementary School, Boulder Universal and Boulder Community School/integrated Studies. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80303 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80303, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80303, CO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
High Peaks Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3995 East Aurora Avenue
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-6500
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-6500
Gr: K-5 | 247 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Boulder Universal
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6500 East Arapahoe Road
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-6253
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-6253
Gr: K-12 | 226 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Boulder Community School/integrated Studies
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3995 East Aurora Avenue
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-6500
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-6500
Gr: K-5 | 265 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Eisenhower Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1220 Eisenhower Drive
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-6700
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-6700
Gr: PK-5 | 338 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #55.
Horizons K-8 School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4545 Sioux Drive
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-5580
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-5580
Gr: K-8 | 361 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #66.
Douglass Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
840 75th Street
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-5541
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-5541
Gr: PK-5 | 319 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #77.
Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And Academics
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
290 Manhattan Drive
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-6300
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 418 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #88.
Nevin Platt Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6096 Baseline Road
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-5536
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-5536
Gr: 6-8 | 503 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #99.
Arapahoe Ridge High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6600 Arapahoe Avenue
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-5220
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-5220
Gr: 9-12 | 245 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
80303, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7690 East Baseline Rd
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-5500
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-5500
Gr: K-12 | 11 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Halcyon School (Special Education) (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
3100 Bucknell Court
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-4700
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 561-4700
Gr: 6-12 | 13 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 80303, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 80303, CO include High Peaks Elementary School, Boulder Universal and Boulder Community School/integrated Studies.
How many public schools are located in 80303?
9 public schools are located in 80303.
What percentage of students in 80303 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 80303 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80303?
80303 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Opinion: Handcuffing in Public Schools is a Gateway to More Violence
Some districts are banning handcuffing, while others are cuffing kindergarteners simply throwing a temper tantrum. Read this editorial to see why this author believes slapping the cuffs on children鈥檚 wrists only leads to more behavior issues and violence in their adult lives.
Whooping Cough: Should Vaccinations be Required for Public School Enrollment?
Whopping cough is making a comeback, especially amongst children, prompting health officials to encourage pertussis vaccines and boosters. However, should the pertussis vaccine be required for public school enrollment? Learn about current proposed laws and its ramifications.
What are Common Core Standards and Why Do We Need Them?
With schools nationwide adopting common core standards, we鈥檒l take a look at what they are, their benefits, and how they will change the face of public education.