For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 713 students in 81224, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81224, CO are Crested Butte Elementary School and Crested Butte Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81224 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81224, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81224, CO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crested Butte Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
818 Red Lady Avenue
Crested Butte, CO 81224
(970) 641-7720
Crested Butte, CO 81224
(970) 641-7720
Grades: K-5
| 310 students
Rank: #22.
Crested Butte Secondary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
818 Red Lady Avenue
Crested Butte, CO 81224
(970) 641-7720
Crested Butte, CO 81224
(970) 641-7720
Grades: 6-12
| 403 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 81224, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81224, CO include Crested Butte Elementary School and Crested Butte Secondary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81224?
2 public elementary schools are located in 81224.
What is the racial composition of students in 81224?
81224 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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