For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 423 students in 81137, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 81137, CO are Ignacio Elementary School and Ignacio Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81137 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81137, CO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81137, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Ignacio Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
85 County Road 320
Ignacio, CO 81137
(970) 563-0650
Ignacio, CO 81137
(970) 563-0650
Gr: K-5 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Ignacio Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
315 Ignacio Street
Ignacio, CO 81137
(970) 563-0600
Ignacio, CO 81137
(970) 563-0600
Gr: 6-8 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 81137, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 81137, CO include Ignacio Elementary School and Ignacio Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81137?
2 public elementary schools are located in 81137.
What is the racial composition of students in 81137?
81137 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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