For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 130 students in 81312, CO.
The top-ranked public school in 81312, CO is Children's Kiva Montessori School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 81312 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81312, CO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81312, CO Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Children's Kiva Montessori School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
601 North Mildred
Cortez, CO 81312
(970) 564-9377
Cortez, CO 81312
(970) 564-9377
Gr: K-8 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 81312, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 81312, CO include Children's Kiva Montessori School.
How many public schools are located in 81312?
1 public schools are located in 81312.
What is the racial composition of students in 81312?
81312 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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