Summary:
The 80224 zip code area in Colorado is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 2 high schools, and no middle schools or alternative schools. These schools are part of the School District No. 1, which is ranked 78 out of 116 districts in Colorado and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Among the standout schools in this area, George Washington High School stands out with the largest student population of 1,270 and the highest test scores among the high schools, with 52% proficiency in SAT Reading/Writing and 32% in SAT Math. However, the school's statewide ranking has declined from 127 in 2021-2022 to 209 in 2023-2024, and its SchoolDigger rating has dropped from 3 stars to 2 stars. In contrast, Place Bridge Academy, a K-8 school, has the highest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 93.16% and significantly lower test scores than the district and state averages, with only 9.1% proficiency in CMAS Math and 17% in CMAS English Language Arts.
The schools in the 80224 zip code area serve a diverse student population, with significant representation of minority groups. The free/reduced lunch rates range from 46.77% at George Washington High School to 93.16% at Place Bridge Academy, indicating a high-need student population. While George Washington High School is performing above the district and state averages, the declining performance and rankings of both George Washington High School and Place Bridge Academy suggest a need for targeted interventions and support to improve educational outcomes for students in this community.
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