Best Schools in Wheatridge, Colorado
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Wheatridge by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mountain Phoenix Community School
Elementary · Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$568,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$568,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Wheatridge
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mountain Phoenix Community School | 6.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $84,719
- Median home value
- $568,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 49%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Wheatridge compares
Median household income
$85k
98% of Colorado median
About Schools in Wheatridge, Colorado
Wheatridge, Colorado is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Wheatridge show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Wheatridge is Mountain Phoenix Community School with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Wheatridge is served by 1 school district: Jefferson County School District No. R-1. These districts collectively serve 74,251 students.
Wheatridge's community shows 44% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $84,719. The poverty rate in the area is 10.4%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 541 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.4 |
Schools in Wheatridge
Wheatridge, Colorado · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$84,719
Median Home Value
$568,900
Median Rent
$1,536/mo
Population
26,841
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
49%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Community Profile
Wheatridge has a median household income of $84,719. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $568,900, with a median rent of $1,536/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Colorado
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Wheatridge, Colorado
How many schools are in Wheatridge, Colorado?
Wheatridge has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Wheatridge, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Wheatridge is 6.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Wheatridge, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Wheatridge on MySchoolScout is Mountain Phoenix Community School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Wheatridge, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Wheatridge on MySchoolScout is Mountain Phoenix Community School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Wheatridge, Colorado?
Wheatridge is served by 1 school district: Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
What is the education level in Wheatridge, Colorado?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in Wheatridge have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wheatridge, Colorado?
The median household income in Wheatridge is approximately $84,719 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wheatridge, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wheatridge is 13.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wheatridge, Colorado?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Colorado Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.