For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 411 students in 81323, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 81323, CO are Dolores Elementary School and Dolores Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81323 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81323, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81323, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dolores Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12th And Hillside
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 882-4688
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 882-4688
Gr: K-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Dolores Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Central Avenue
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 882-7288
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 882-7288
Gr: 6-8 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
81323, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
28567 County Road M
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 565-3223
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 565-3223
Gr: 1-3 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 81323, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 81323, CO include Dolores Elementary School and Dolores Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81323?
2 public elementary schools are located in 81323.
What is the racial composition of students in 81323?
81323 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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