For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 138 students in 81324, CO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 81324, CO is Dove Creek High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 81324 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 81324, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81324, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 middle schools in 81324, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 81324, CO include Dove Creek High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 81324?
1 public middle schools are located in 81324.
What is the racial composition of students in 81324?
81324 public middle schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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