For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 873 students in 80542, CO.
The top-ranked public preschool in 80542, CO is Mead Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 80542 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 80542, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80542, CO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mead Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
520 Welker Ave.
Mead, CO 80542
(970) 535-4488
Mead, CO 80542
(970) 535-4488
Gr: PK-5 | 873 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 80542, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 80542, CO include Mead Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 80542?
1 public preschools are located in 80542.
What is the racial composition of students in 80542?
80542 public preschools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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