For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 262 students in Dove Creek, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in Dove Creek, CO are Dove Creek Elementary School and Dove Creek High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dove Creek, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Dove Creek have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Dove Creek, CO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dove Creek Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
713 North Main Street
Dove Creek, CO 81324
(970) 677-2296
Dove Creek, CO 81324
(970) 677-2296
Gr: PK-5 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Dove Creek High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
525 North Main Street
Dove Creek, CO 81324
(970) 677-2237
Dove Creek, CO 81324
(970) 677-2237
Gr: 6-12 | 138 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dove Creek, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in Dove Creek, CO include Dove Creek Elementary School and Dove Creek High School.
How many public schools are located in Dove Creek?
2 public schools are located in Dove Creek.
What is the racial composition of students in Dove Creek?
Dove Creek public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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