Best Public Schools in Vail, CO (2026)

Best Vail Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 255 students in Vail, CO (there are , serving 418 private students). 38% of all K-12 students in Vail, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).

The top-ranked public school in Vail, CO is Red Sandstone Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Vail, CO public school have an score of 37% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Vail have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public schools.

Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Vail, CO (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Red Sandstone Elementary School

(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
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Top 50%

551 North Frontage Road
Vail, CO 81657
(970) 328-2910

Gr: PK-5 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Vail, CO?

The top-ranked public schools in Vail, CO include Red Sandstone Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in Vail?

1 public schools are located in Vail.

What percentage of students in Vail go to public school?

38% of all K-12 students in Vail are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).

What is the racial composition of students in Vail?

Vail public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).