Best 81323 Colorado Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 172 students in 81323, CO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 81323, CO is Dolores Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 81323 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 81323, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81323, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dolores Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1301 Central Avenue
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 882-7288
Gr: 6-8 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
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81323, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
28567 County Road M
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 middle schools in 81323, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 81323, CO include Dolores Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 81323?
1 public middle schools are located in 81323.
What is the racial composition of students in 81323?
81323 public middle schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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