Best 81211 Colorado Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 241 students in 81211, CO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 81211, CO are Chaffee County High School and Buena Vista Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 81211 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 81211, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81211, CO Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chaffee County High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
613 East Main Street
Buena Vista, CO 81211
(719) 395-4064
Gr: 7-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Buena Vista Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
549 Railroad
Buena Vista, CO 81211
(719) 395-7060
Gr: 6-8 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 81211 Colorado

81211, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
P O Box 1199
Buena Vista, CO 81211
(719) 395-4675
Gr: 5-12 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
613 East Main St
Buena Vista, CO 81211
(719) 395-4064
Gr: 3-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 81211, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 81211, CO include Chaffee County High School and Buena Vista Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 81211?
2 public middle schools are located in 81211.
What is the racial composition of students in 81211?
81211 public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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