For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 2,623 students in Elbert County, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in Elbert County, CO are Elizabeth High School, Simla Elementary School and Simla High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elbert County, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Elbert County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Elbert County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elizabeth High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
34500 County Road 13
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-4616
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-4616
Gr: 9-12 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Simla Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18091 County Road 125
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Gr: PK-5 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Simla High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18091 County Road 125
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Gr: 9-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Simla Junior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18091 County Road 125
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Gr: 6-8 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #55.
Kiowa High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
525 Commanche St
Kiowa, CO 80117
(303) 621-2115
Kiowa, CO 80117
(303) 621-2115
Gr: 9-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #66.
Elizabeth Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
34427 County Road 13
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-4520
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-4520
Gr: 6-8 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #77.
Kiowa Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
525 Commanche St
Kiowa, CO 80117
(303) 621-2042
Kiowa, CO 80117
(303) 621-2042
Gr: PK-5 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #88.
Running Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
900 South Elbert Street
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-4620
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-4620
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #99.
Legacy Academy
Charter School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1975 Legacy Circle
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-2636
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-2636
Gr: K-8 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #1010.
Agate Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
41032 2nd Avenue
Agate, CO 80101
(719) 764-2741
Agate, CO 80101
(719) 764-2741
Gr: PK-6 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #1111.
Kiowa Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
525 Commanche St
Kiowa, CO 80117
(303) 621-2785
Kiowa, CO 80117
(303) 621-2785
Gr: 6-8 | 66 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #1212.
Agate Junior Senior High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
41032 2nd Avenue
Agate, CO 80101
(719) 764-2741
Agate, CO 80101
(719) 764-2741
Gr: 6-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
589 South Banner Street
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-4620
Elizabeth, CO 80107
(303) 646-4620
Gr: PK | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 53:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Elbert County, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in Elbert County, CO include Elizabeth High School, Simla Elementary School and Simla High School.
How many public schools are located in Elbertunty?
13 public schools are located in Elbertunty.
What is the racial composition of students in Elbertunty?
Elbertunty public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Elbertunty are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Elbertunty include: Kiowa High School vs. Elizabeth High School, Simla High School vs. Elizabeth High School, Kiowa Middle School vs. Elizabeth Middle School
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