For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 191 students in 81140, CO.
The top ranked public preschool in 81140, CO is La Jara Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 81140 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 81140, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Colorado public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81140, CO Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
La Jara Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
214 Poplar Street
La Jara, CO 81140
(719) 274-5791
La Jara, CO 81140
(719) 274-5791
Grades: PK-5
| 191 students
81140, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
La Jara Second Chance School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
104 Spruce Street
La Jara, CO 81140
(719) 274-4220
La Jara, CO 81140
(719) 274-4220
Grades: K-12
| 55 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 81140, CO?
The top ranked public preschools in 81140, CO include La Jara Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 81140?
1 public preschools are located in 81140.
What is the racial composition of students in 81140?
81140 public preschools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Colorado public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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