For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 439 students in 81001, CO.
The top-ranked public charter school in 81001, CO is Villa Bella Expeditionary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 81001 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Colorado public charter school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 81001, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public charter school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81001, CO Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Villa Bella Expeditionary School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2390 Rawlings Blvd
Pueblo, CO 81001
(719) 621-1763
Pueblo, CO 81001
(719) 621-1763
Gr: K-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
Villa Bella Expeditionary Middle School
Charter School
2320 Rawlings Blvd
Pueblo, CO 81001
(719) 621-1763
Pueblo, CO 81001
(719) 621-1763
Gr: 6-8 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 81001, CO?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 81001, CO include Villa Bella Expeditionary School.
How many public charter schools are located in 81001?
2 public charter schools are located in 81001.
What is the racial composition of students in 81001?
81001 public charter schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public charter schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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