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Best Hesperus Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 106 students in Hesperus, CO.

The top-ranked public school in Hesperus, CO is Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Hesperus, CO public school have an score of 45% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and score of 35% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Hesperus have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.

Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Hesperus, CO (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School

(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
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Top 50%

11274 Highway 140
Hesperus, CO 81326
(970) 588-3331

Gr: PK-5 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Hesperus, CO?

The top-ranked public schools in Hesperus, CO include Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in Hesperus?

1 public schools are located in Hesperus.

What is the racial composition of students in Hesperus?

Hesperus public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).