For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 217 students in 81201, CO.
The top ranked public preschool in 81201, CO is Salida Montessori Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 81201 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 81201, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81201, CO Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Salida Montessori Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1040 I Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-4887
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-4887
Grades: PK-8
| 151 students
Rank: n/an/a
516 Teller Ave
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5237
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5237
Grades: PK
| 66 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 81201, CO?
The top ranked public preschools in 81201, CO include Salida Montessori Charter School.
How many public preschools are located in 81201?
2 public preschools are located in 81201.
What is the racial composition of students in 81201?
81201 public preschools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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