Best 81435 Colorado Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 801 students in 81435, CO (there are 2 private schools, serving 439 private students). 65% of all K-12 students in 81435, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).

The top-ranked public schools in 81435, CO are Telluride Middle School, Telluride High School and Telluride Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 81435 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81435, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public schools.

Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).