For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,254 students in 81402, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 81402, CO are Peak Virtual Academy, Cottonwood Elementary School and Columbine Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81402 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81402, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81402, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peak Virtual Academy
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
526 N. 6th Street
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-7726
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-7726
Gr: K-12 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Cottonwood Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3500 Woodgate Road
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2539
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2539
Gr: K-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Columbine Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 South 12th Street
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2581
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2581
Gr: 6-8 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Centennial Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1100 South 5th Street
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2576
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2576
Gr: 6-8 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Oak Grove Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
62100 Oak Grove Road
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-6867
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-6867
Gr: K-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #66.
Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
13820 6700 Road
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2584
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2584
Gr: PK-5 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #77.
Pomona Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1045 South Cascade
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2514
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2514
Gr: K-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #88.
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
528 North Uncompahgre
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2554
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2554
Gr: K-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
81402, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Vista Adult High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
P O Box 10,000
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2944
Montrose, CO 81402
(970) 249-2944
Gr: 9-12 | 102 students Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 81402, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 81402, CO include Peak Virtual Academy, Cottonwood Elementary School and Columbine Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81402?
8 public elementary schools are located in 81402.
What is the racial composition of students in 81402?
81402 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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