For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 322 students in 80741, CO.
The top ranked public schools in 80741, CO are Merino Junior Senior High School and Merino Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80741 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80741, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80741, CO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Merino Junior Senior High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
315 Lee
Merino, CO 80741
(970) 522-7424
Merino, CO 80741
(970) 522-7424
Grades: 7-12
| 158 students
Rank: #22.
Merino Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
315 Lee
Merino, CO 80741
(970) 522-7229
Merino, CO 80741
(970) 522-7229
Grades: K-6
| 164 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 80741, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 80741, CO include Merino Junior Senior High School and Merino Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 80741?
2 public schools are located in 80741.
What is the racial composition of students in 80741?
80741 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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