For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 533 students in 80610, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in 80610, CO are Highland High School and Highland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80610 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80610, CO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80610, CO Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
208 West 1st
Ault, CO 80610
(970) 834-2816
Ault, CO 80610
(970) 834-2816
Gr: 9-12 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Highland Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
209 West 1st
Ault, CO 80610
(970) 834-2820
Ault, CO 80610
(970) 834-2820
Gr: 6-8 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 80610, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80610, CO include Highland High School and Highland Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 80610?
2 public schools are located in 80610.
What is the racial composition of students in 80610?
80610 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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