For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 511 students in 81303, CO.
The top ranked public middle school in 81303, CO is Escalante Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 81303 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 81303, CO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81303, CO Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Escalante Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
141 Baker Lane
Durango, CO 81303
(970) 247-9491
Durango, CO 81303
(970) 247-9491
Grades: 6-8
| 511 students
81303, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Robert Denier Youth Services Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
720 Turner Drive
Durango, CO 81303
(970) 375-2781
Durango, CO 81303
(970) 375-2781
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 81303, CO?
The top ranked public middle schools in 81303, CO include Escalante Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 81303?
1 public middle schools are located in 81303.
What is the racial composition of students in 81303?
81303 public middle schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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