For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,589 students in 81321, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81321, CO are Kemper Elementary School, Lewis-arriola Elementary School and Mesa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81321 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81321, CO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Colorado public elementary school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81321, CO Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kemper Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
620 East Montezuma
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-3737
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-3737
Grades: K-5
| 333 students
Rank: #22.
Lewis-arriola Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
21434 Road U
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 882-4494
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 882-4494
Grades: K-5
| 121 students
Rank: #33.
Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
703 West 7th Street
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-3858
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-3858
Grades: K-5
| 288 students
Rank: #44.
Montezuma-cortez Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
450 West 2nd Street
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-7824
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-7824
Grades: 6-8
| 539 students
Rank: #55.
Battle Rock Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11247 County Road G
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-3237
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-3237
Grades: K-6
| 79 students
Rank: #66.
Manaugh Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 East 4th Street
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-7691
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-7691
Grades: K-5
| 229 students
81321, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Adult Education Program (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
P O Box 1420
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8411
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8411
Grades: 4-12
| 60 students
400 North Elm
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-7974
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-7974
Grades: 1-5
| 66 students
400 North Elm Street
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-7282
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-7282
Grades: 3-12
| 12 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 81321, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81321, CO include Kemper Elementary School, Lewis-arriola Elementary School and Mesa Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81321, CO?
6 public elementary schools are located in 81321, CO.
What is the racial composition of students in 81321, CO?
81321, CO public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
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