For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 486 students in 80651, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80651, CO are South Valley Middle School and Platteville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80651 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80651, CO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80651, CO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Valley Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1004 Main Street
Platteville, CO 80651
(970) 350-4201
Platteville, CO 80651
(970) 350-4201
Grades: 6-8
| 164 students
Rank: #22.
Platteville Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1202 Main Street
Platteville, CO 80651
(970) 350-4201
Platteville, CO 80651
(970) 350-4201
Grades: PK-5
| 322 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 80651, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80651, CO include South Valley Middle School and Platteville Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80651?
2 public elementary schools are located in 80651.
What is the racial composition of students in 80651?
80651 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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