Best 81601 Colorado Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,974 students in 81601, CO (there are 1 private school, serving 159 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 81601, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).

The top-ranked public schools in 81601, CO are Glenwood Springs High School, Riverview School and Glenwood Springs Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 81601 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81601, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.

Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).