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Best 80421 Colorado Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 516 students in 80421, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80421, CO are Deer Creek Elementary School and Fitzsimmons Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80421 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80421, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80421, CO Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Deer Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1737 Cr 43
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Fitzsimmons Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
57093 Us Highway 285
Bailey, CO 80421
(303) 838-7666
Gr: 6-8 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 80421, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80421, CO include Deer Creek Elementary School and Fitzsimmons Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80421?
2 public elementary schools are located in 80421.
What is the racial composition of students in 80421?
80421 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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