For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 965 students in 81201, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81201, CO are Crest Academy, Longfellow Elementary School and Salida Montessori Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81201 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81201, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81201, CO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crest Academy
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
220 12th Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-2977
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-2977
Grades: 5-8
| 56 students
Rank: #22.
Longfellow Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
425 West 7th Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5260
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5260
Grades: K-4
| 447 students
Rank: #33.
Salida Montessori Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1040 I Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-4887
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-4887
Grades: PK-8
| 151 students
Rank: #44.
Salida Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
520 Milford Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5300
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5300
Grades: 5-8
| 311 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 81201, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81201, CO include Crest Academy, Longfellow Elementary School and Salida Montessori Charter School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81201?
4 public elementary schools are located in 81201.
What is the racial composition of students in 81201?
81201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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