| Metric | Academy School District 20 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 25,719 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 40 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,108/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Education Service Agency | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academy School District 20 (this district) | 10/10 | 94th | 25,719 |
| Denver Public Schools | 7/10 | 64th | 90,000 |
| Cherry Creek School District | 9/10 | 83rd | 55,000 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 160 rated districts in CO → 94th percentile → 10/10.
Source: Colorado Dept. of Education CMAS, all grades Met/Exceeded Expectations, 2025. Full methodology →
About Academy School District 20
Academy School District 20 is the public school district assigned to zip code 80908 in Academy, Colorado. Serving students from Pre-K–12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 80908. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Academy School District 20 spent $10,108 per student in the 2019–20 school year (U.S. Dept. of Education CCD finance data), 21% below Colorado’s statewide $12,800 estimate.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With 40 schools serving approximately 25,719 students, Academy School District 20 is a large district. Contact Academy School District 20 to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Academy School District 20 10 out of 10 — top-tier among Colorado public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Colorado’s CMAS assessments (2025 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Colorado is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Academy School District 20 ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Colorado on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 80908 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 80908
Children in zip code 80908 are assigned to Academy School District 20 for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 80908, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Academy School District 20 at (719)495-1116 or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Colorado districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Academy
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Academy School District 20 serves zip code 80908, homes in and around zip code 80908 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Colorado, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Academy School District 20 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 80908.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Academy School District 20 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 80908 data.