For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 290 students in 81077, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 81077, CO are Swink Elementary School and Swink Junior-senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81077 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81077, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81077, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Swink Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
610 Columbia Street
Swink, CO 81077
(719) 384-8103
Swink, CO 81077
(719) 384-8103
Gr: K-5 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Swink Junior-senior High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
610 Columbia Street
Swink, CO 81077
(719) 384-8103
Swink, CO 81077
(719) 384-8103
Gr: 6-12 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 81077, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 81077, CO include Swink Elementary School and Swink Junior-senior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81077?
2 public elementary schools are located in 81077.
What is the racial composition of students in 81077?
81077 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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