For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 106 students in 81326, CO.
The top ranked public school in 81326, CO is Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 81326 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81326, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81326, CO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11274 Highway 140
Hesperus, CO 81326
(970) 588-3331
Hesperus, CO 81326
(970) 588-3331
Grades: PK-5
| 106 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 81326, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 81326, CO include Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 81326?
1 public schools are located in 81326.
What is the racial composition of students in 81326?
81326 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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