For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 32 students in 81071, CO.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81071 have an average reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the Colorado public elementary schools of 43%).
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81071, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plainview Junior-senior High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13997 County Road 71
Sheridan Lake, CO 81071
(719) 729-3331
Sheridan Lake, CO 81071
(719) 729-3331
Gr: 6-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Plainview Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13997 County Road 71
Sheridan Lake, CO 81071
(719) 729-3331
Sheridan Lake, CO 81071
(719) 729-3331
Gr: PK-5 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 81071, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 81071, CO include Plainview Junior-senior High School and Plainview Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81071?
2 public elementary schools are located in 81071.
What is the racial composition of students in 81071?
81071 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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