About Downtown Denver
At the center of it all is Downtown Denver, also known as the Central Business District, which encompasses the area between Broadway, Colfax, Speer, Lawrence Street, and 20th Street. It is a hub for world-class attractions like the Denver Performing Arts Complex, Coors Field, and 16th Street Mall designed by I.M. Pei, as well as charming hotels, shops, and upscale restaurants. From towering skyscrapers to historically renovated lofts and condos, Downtown residents enjoy living in a thriving urban atmosphere, alongside iconic landmarks like the State Capitol and Daniels and Fisher Tower. Accessible and biker-friendly, with ample public transportation, make Downtown Denver the place to be.
Downtown Denver Demographics
| Median Age |
39 |
| Median Household Income |
$33,418 |
| College Educated |
91% |
| Unemployment Rate |
3% |
Schools Near Downtown Denver
The following schools are within or nearby Downtown Denver in Denver, Colorado. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family.
Elementary Schools
- Polaris Elementary School - ★★★★★
- Creativity Challenge Community - ★★★★
- Downtown Denver Expeditionary School - ★★★
- Valdez Elementary School - ★★★
Middle Schools
- Girls Athletic Leadership School Middle School - ★★★
- KIPP Sunshine Peak Academy - ★★
High Schools
- East High School - ★★★★
- Denver School of Innovation and Sustainable Design - ★★★
- Denver Center for International Studies - ★★★