Top 3 Best 81323 Colorado Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 726 students in 81323, CO.
The top ranked public schools in 81323, CO are Dolores Elementary School and Dolores Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 81323 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Colorado public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 81323, CO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81323, CO Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dolores Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
12th And Hillside
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 882-4688
Grades: K-5
| 284 students
Rank: #22.
Dolores Secondary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1301 Central Avenue
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 882-7288
Grades: 9-12
| 168 students
Rank: n/an/a
Dolores Middle School
1301 Central Avenue
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 882-7288
Grades: 6-8
| 209 students
Rank: n/an/a
Teddy Bear Preschool
1550 Hillside Avenue
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 882-7277
Grades: PK
| 65 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 81323 Colorado

81323, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
28567 County Road M
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 565-3223
Grades: 1-3
| 24 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 81323, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 81323, CO include Dolores Elementary School and Dolores Secondary School.
How many public schools are located in 81323, CO?
4 public schools are located in 81323, CO.
What is the racial composition of students in 81323, CO?
81323, CO public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).

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