For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,463 students in 81052, CO.
The top ranked public schools in 81052, CO are Alta Vista Charter School, Lamar High School and Parkview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 81052 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81052, CO have an average ranking of 3/10, 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).
Best 81052, CO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alta Vista Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8785 Cr Ll
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 336-2154
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 336-2154
Gr: K-6 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Lamar High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Thunder Drive
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 336-3488
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 336-3488
Gr: 9-12 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Parkview Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1105 Parkview
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 336-7413
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 336-7413
Gr: 3-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Lamar Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
104 West Park
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 336-7436
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 336-7436
Gr: 6-8 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
510 Savage Avenue
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 336-2022
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 336-2022
Gr: PK | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: n/an/a
510 South 9th Street
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 336-7764
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 336-7764
Gr: K-2 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
81052, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
200 North 10th St
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 336-7741
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 336-7741
Gr: 5-6 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Project Acquire High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
411 East Elm
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 336-5740
Lamar, CO 81052
(719) 336-5740
Gr: 7-12 | 49 students Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 81052, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 81052, CO include Alta Vista Charter School, Lamar High School and Parkview Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 81052?
6 public schools are located in 81052.
What is the racial composition of students in 81052?
81052 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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