For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 241 students in 81524, CO (there are 1 private school, serving 38 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 81524, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top ranked public school in 81524, CO is Loma Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 81524 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81524, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81524, CO Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Loma Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1360 13 Road
Loma, CO 81524
(970) 254-6520
Loma, CO 81524
(970) 254-6520
Gr: PK-5 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 81524, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 81524, CO include Loma Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 81524?
1 public schools are located in 81524.
What percentage of students in 81524 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 81524 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 81524?
81524 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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