For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 209 students in 81054, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 81054, CO is Las Animas Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 81054 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81054, CO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81054, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Las Animas Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
530 Poplar Avenue
Las Animas, CO 81054
(719) 456-1862
Las Animas, CO 81054
(719) 456-1862
Gr: K-6 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
81054, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 Grove Ave
Las Animas, CO 81054
(719) 456-0211
Las Animas, CO 81054
(719) 456-0211
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 81054, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 81054, CO include Las Animas Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81054?
1 public elementary schools are located in 81054.
What is the racial composition of students in 81054?
81054 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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