For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 582 students in Rye, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in Rye, CO are Rye Elementary School and Rye High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rye, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Rye have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Rye, CO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rye Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8120 Highway 165 West
Rye, CO 81069
(719) 489-2272
Rye, CO 81069
(719) 489-2272
Gr: PK-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Rye High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 High School Drive
Rye, CO 81069
(719) 489-2271
Rye, CO 81069
(719) 489-2271
Gr: 9-12 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Rye, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in Rye, CO include Rye Elementary School and Rye High School.
How many public schools are located in Rye?
2 public schools are located in Rye.
What is the racial composition of students in Rye?
Rye public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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