For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,012 students in 81647, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81647, CO are Elk Creek Elementary School, Kathryn Senor Elementary School and Riverside School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81647 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81647, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81647, CO Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Elk Creek Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
804 West Main Street
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 665-6900
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 665-6900
Grades: PK-5
| 250 students
Rank: #22.
Kathryn Senor Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 Alder Avenue
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 665-7700
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 665-7700
Grades: PK-5
| 288 students
Rank: #33.
Riverside School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
215 Alder Avenue
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 665-7800
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 665-7800
Grades: 6-8
| 474 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 81647, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81647, CO include Elk Creek Elementary School, Kathryn Senor Elementary School and Riverside School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81647, CO?
3 public elementary schools are located in 81647, CO.
What is the racial composition of students in 81647, CO?
81647, CO public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
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