For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 161 students in Naturita, CO.
The top-ranked public school in Naturita, CO is Nucla Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Naturita, CO public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Naturita have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Naturita, CO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nucla Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
141 West Main Street
Naturita, CO 81422
(970) 865-2204
Naturita, CO 81422
(970) 865-2204
Gr: PK-6 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Naturita, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
P O Box 400
Naturita, CO 81422
(970) 865-2204
Naturita, CO 81422
(970) 865-2204
Gr: 6-8 | 65 students Minority enrollment: 15%
West End Charter Learning Center (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
P O Box 190
Naturita, CO 81422
(970) 865-2290
Naturita, CO 81422
(970) 865-2290
Gr: 7-12 | 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Naturita, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in Naturita, CO include Nucla Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Naturita?
1 public schools are located in Naturita.
What is the racial composition of students in Naturita?
Naturita public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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