For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,963 students in 80534, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80534, CO are Civica Colorado, Pioneer Ridge Elementary School and Elwell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80534 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80534, CO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80534, CO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Civica Colorado
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 Centennial Drive
Johnstown, CO 80534
(970) 652-4711
Johnstown, CO 80534
(970) 652-4711
Gr: 6-11 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Pioneer Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2300 Cinnamon Teal
Johnstown, CO 80534
(970) 587-8100
Johnstown, CO 80534
(970) 587-8100
Gr: K-5 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Elwell Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
155 Silverbell Dr
Johnstown, CO 80534
(970) 587-4605
Johnstown, CO 80534
(970) 587-4605
Gr: PK-5 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Riverview Pk-8
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3550 Barkwood Drive
Johnstown, CO 80534
(970) 613-7000
Johnstown, CO 80534
(970) 613-7000
Gr: PK-8 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 80534, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80534, CO include Civica Colorado, Pioneer Ridge Elementary School and Elwell Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80534?
4 public elementary schools are located in 80534.
What is the racial composition of students in 80534?
80534 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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