- Tarver Elementary School — 0.7 mi · Grades PK–5 · 475 students
- Century Middle School — 0.7 mi · Grades 6–8 · 717 students
- Stellar Elementary School — 0.8 mi · Grades K–5 · 418 students
- Hunters Glen Elementary School — 1.1 mi · Grades PK–5 · 491 students
- Westgate Community School — 1.2 mi · Grades K–12 · 540 students
- Eagleview Elementary School — 1.3 mi · Grades K–5 · 451 students
- Prairie Hills Elementary School — 1.3 mi · Grades K–5 · 378 students
- Woodglen Elementary School — 1.5 mi · Grades PK–5 · 383 students
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| Metric | Adams 12 Five Star Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 35,747 | 3,544 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 55 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $15,831/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 10% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams 12 Five Star Schools (this district) | 7/10 | 67th | 35,747 |
| School District 27J | 4/10 | 39th | 22,713 |
| Mapleton School District 1 | 2/10 | 15th | 7,088 |
| Westminster Public School District | 2/10 | 11th | 8,004 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 160 rated districts in CO → 67th percentile → 7/10.
Source: Colorado Dept. of Education CMAS, all grades Met/Exceeded Expectations, 2025. Full methodology →
About Adams 12 Five Star Schools
Zip code 80241 in Adams 12 Five Star, Colorado is served by Adams 12 Five Star Schools for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Adams 12 Five Star Schools’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
Adams 12 Five Star Schools has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 7/10, placing it in the above average tier. 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.
Adams 12 Five Star Schools earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Colorado. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 80241
Children in zip code 80241 are assigned to Adams 12 Five Star Schools 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 80241, 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 Adams 12 Five Star Schools at (720)972-4000 or visit www.adams12.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. 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 Thornton
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Adams 12 Five Star Schools serves zip code 80241, homes in and around zip code 80241 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 Adams 12 Five Star Schools 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 80241.
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 and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Adams 12 Five Star Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 80241 data.