For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 207 students in 81524, CO (there are 1 private school, serving 38 private students). 84% 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 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81524, CO Public Schools (2026-27)
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 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
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?
84% 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 51% (majority Hispanic).
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