For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 403 students in 81302, CO.
The top ranked public charter schools in 81302, CO are Animas High School and The Juniper School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 81302 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Colorado public charter school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 81302, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public charter school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81302, CO Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Animas High School
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
271 Twin Buttes Ave
Durango, CO 81302
(970) 247-2474
Durango, CO 81302
(970) 247-2474
Grades: 9-12
| 234 students
Rank: #22.
The Juniper School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
225 Sawyer Dr
Durango, CO 81302
(970) 764-4185
Durango, CO 81302
(970) 764-4185
Grades: K-8
| 169 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 81302, CO?
The top ranked public charter schools in 81302, CO include Animas High School and The Juniper School.
How many public charter schools are located in 81302?
2 public charter schools are located in 81302.
What is the racial composition of students in 81302?
81302 public charter schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public charter schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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