For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 580 students in 81419, CO.
The top ranked public schools in 81419, CO are North Fork High School and Hotchkiss Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 81419 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81419, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81419, CO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Fork High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
438 Bulldog St
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(970) 872-3882
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(970) 872-3882
Grades: 9-12
| 278 students
Rank: #22.
Hotchkiss Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
465 Lorah Lane
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(970) 872-3325
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(970) 872-3325
Grades: PK-8
| 302 students
81419, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
P O Box 60
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(970) 872-3144
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(970) 872-3144
Grades: 6-8
| 141 students
North Fork Montessori School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
397 Bulldog St
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(970) 872-5910
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(970) 872-5910
Grades: PK-6
| 79 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 81419, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 81419, CO include North Fork High School and Hotchkiss Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 81419?
2 public schools are located in 81419.
What is the racial composition of students in 81419?
81419 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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