For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 330 students in 81432, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in 81432, CO are Ridgway Middle School, Ridgway High School and Ridgway Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 81432 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81432, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81432, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridgway Middle School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1200 Green Street
Ridgway, CO 81432
(970) 626-5788
Ridgway, CO 81432
(970) 626-5788
Gr: 6-8 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Ridgway High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 Green Street
Ridgway, CO 81432
(970) 626-5788
Ridgway, CO 81432
(970) 626-5788
Gr: 9-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Ridgway Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1115 West Clinton Street
Ridgway, CO 81432
(970) 626-5468
Ridgway, CO 81432
(970) 626-5468
Gr: PK-5 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 81432, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 81432, CO include Ridgway Middle School, Ridgway High School and Ridgway Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 81432?
3 public schools are located in 81432.
What is the racial composition of students in 81432?
81432 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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