For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 432 students in Pierce, CO.
The top ranked public school in Pierce, CO is Highland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pierce, CO public school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Pierce have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Pierce, CO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
101 2nd Street
Pierce, CO 80650
(970) 834-2853
Pierce, CO 80650
(970) 834-2853
Grades: K-5
| 432 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Pierce, CO?
The top ranked public schools in Pierce, CO include Highland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Pierce?
1 public schools are located in Pierce.
What is the racial composition of students in Pierce?
Pierce public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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