Best 81647 Colorado Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 552 students in 81647, CO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 81647, CO are Kathryn Senor Elementary School and Elk Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 81647 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 81647, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81647, CO Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kathryn Senor Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
101 Alder Avenue
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 665-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Elk Creek Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
804 West Main Street
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 665-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 81647, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 81647, CO include Kathryn Senor Elementary School and Elk Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 81647?
2 public preschools are located in 81647.
What is the racial composition of students in 81647?
81647 public preschools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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