Best 81620 Colorado Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,654 students in 81620, CO (there are 1 private school, serving 40 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 81620, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).

The top-ranked public schools in 81620, CO are Battle Mountain High School, Homestake Peak School and Avon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 81620 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81620, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.

Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).