For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 829 students in Aspen, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Aspen, CO are Aspen Middle School and Aspen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Aspen, CO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Aspen have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Aspen, CO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aspen Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
235 High School Road
Aspen, CO 81611
(970) 925-3760
Aspen, CO 81611
(970) 925-3760
Gr: 5-8 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Aspen Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
235 High School Road
Aspen, CO 81611
(970) 925-3760
Aspen, CO 81611
(970) 925-3760
Gr: PK-4 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Aspen, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Aspen, CO include Aspen Middle School and Aspen Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Aspen?
2 public elementary schools are located in Aspen.
What is the racial composition of students in Aspen?
Aspen public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Aspen are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Aspen include: Aspen Middle School vs. Aspen Elementary School
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