Best 81301 Colorado Public Preschools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,382 students in 81301, CO.
The top ranked public preschools in 81301, CO are Park Elementary School, Needham Elementary School and Riverview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 81301 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 81301, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81301, CO Public Preschools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Park Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
510 E. 6th Ave.
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-3718
Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Needham Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2425 West Third Avenue
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-4791
Gr: PK-5 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Riverview Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2900 Mesa Avenue
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-3862
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Animas Valley Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
373 Hermosa Meadows Road
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-0124
Gr: PK-5 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 81301 Colorado

81301, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
301 East 12th Street
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 385-4354
Gr: 6-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
215 East 12th Street
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-0203
Gr: 6-12 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public preschools in 81301, CO?
The top ranked public preschools in 81301, CO include Park Elementary School, Needham Elementary School and Riverview Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 81301?
4 public preschools are located in 81301.
What is the racial composition of students in 81301?
81301 public preschools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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