For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 142 students in 81312, CO.
The top ranked public school in 81312, CO is Children's Kiva Montessori School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 81312 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81312, CO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81312, CO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Children's Kiva Montessori School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 North Mildred
Cortez, CO 81312
(970) 564-9377
Cortez, CO 81312
(970) 564-9377
Grades: K-8
| 142 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 81312, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 81312, CO include Children's Kiva Montessori School.
How many public schools are located in 81312?
1 public schools are located in 81312.
What is the racial composition of students in 81312?
81312 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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