For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 229 students in 80835, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80835, CO are Simla Junior High School and Simla Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80835 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80835, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80835, CO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Simla Junior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18091 County Road 125
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Grades: 6-8
| 77 students
Rank: #22.
Simla Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18091 County Road 125
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Grades: PK-5
| 152 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 80835, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80835, CO include Simla Junior High School and Simla Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80835?
2 public elementary schools are located in 80835.
What is the racial composition of students in 80835?
80835 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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