For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 96 students in 80653, CO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 80653, CO is Weldon Valley Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 80653 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 80653, CO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80653, CO Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Weldon Valley Jr/sr High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
911 North Avenue
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Gr: 7-12 | 96 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
80653, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
911 North Avenue
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Gr: 7-8 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 80653, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 80653, CO include Weldon Valley Jr/sr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 80653?
1 public middle schools are located in 80653.
What is the racial composition of students in 80653?
80653 public middle schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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