For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 144 students in Walden, CO.
The top-ranked public school in Walden, CO is North Park School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Walden, CO public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Walden have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Walden, CO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Park School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
910 4th Street
Walden, CO 80480
(970) 723-3300
Walden, CO 80480
(970) 723-3300
Gr: PK-12 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Walden, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
910 4th Street
Walden, CO 80480
(970) 723-3300
Walden, CO 80480
(970) 723-3300
Gr: PK-5 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Walden, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in Walden, CO include North Park School.
How many public schools are located in Walden?
1 public schools are located in Walden.
What is the racial composition of students in Walden?
Walden public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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