For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 75 students in 81235, CO.
The top-ranked public school in 81235, CO is Lake City Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 81235 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81235, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81235, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lake City Community School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
614 North Silver Street
Lake City, CO 81235
(970) 944-2314
Lake City, CO 81235
(970) 944-2314
Gr: PK-12 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
81235, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P O Box 39
Lake City, CO 81235
(970) 944-2316
Lake City, CO 81235
(970) 944-2316
Gr: 9-12 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 6%
P O Box 39
Lake City, CO 81235
(970) 944-2578
Lake City, CO 81235
(970) 944-2578
Gr: 6-8 | 11 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 81235, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 81235, CO include Lake City Community School.
How many public schools are located in 81235?
1 public schools are located in 81235.
What is the racial composition of students in 81235?
81235 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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