For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,263 students in 80231, CO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80231, CO are Challenge School and Hamilton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 80231 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 80231, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Colorado public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80231, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Challenge School
Magnet School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
9659 East Mississippi Avenue
Denver, CO 80231
(720) 747-2100
Denver, CO 80231
(720) 747-2100
Gr: PK-8 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8600 East Dartmouth Avenue
Denver, CO 80231
(720) 423-9500
Denver, CO 80231
(720) 423-9500
Gr: 6-8 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 80231, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80231, CO include Challenge School and Hamilton Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 80231?
2 public middle schools are located in 80231.
What is the racial composition of students in 80231?
80231 public middle schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Colorado public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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