Best 81427 Colorado Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 54 students in 81427, CO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 81427, CO is Ouray Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 81427 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 81427, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81427, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ouray Middle School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
400 7th Avenue
Ouray, CO 81427
(970) 325-4505
Gr: 5-8 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 81427, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 81427, CO include Ouray Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 81427?
1 public middle schools are located in 81427.
What is the racial composition of students in 81427?
81427 public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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