For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 235 students in Sanford, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Sanford, CO is Sanford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sanford, CO public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Sanford have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Sanford, CO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sanford Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
755 Second Street
Sanford, CO 81151
(719) 274-5167
Sanford, CO 81151
(719) 274-5167
Gr: PK-6 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Sanford, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Sanford, CO include Sanford Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Sanford?
1 public elementary schools are located in Sanford.
What is the racial composition of students in Sanford?
Sanford public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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