For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 329 students in Simla, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in Simla, CO are Simla Elementary School, Simla High School and Simla Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Simla, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Simla have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Simla, CO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Simla Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
18091 County Road 125
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Gr: PK-5 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Simla High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18091 County Road 125
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Gr: 9-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Simla Junior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18091 County Road 125
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Simla, CO 80835
(719) 541-2291
Gr: 6-8 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Simla, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in Simla, CO include Simla Elementary School, Simla High School and Simla Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in Simla?
3 public schools are located in Simla.
What is the racial composition of students in Simla?
Simla public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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