Best Hotchkiss Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 580 students in Hotchkiss, CO.
The top ranked public schools in Hotchkiss, CO are North Fork High School and Hotchkiss Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hotchkiss, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Hotchkiss have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Hotchkiss, CO (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Fork High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
438 Bulldog St
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(970) 872-3882
Grades: 9-12
| 278 students
Rank: #22.
Hotchkiss Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
465 Lorah Lane
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(970) 872-3325
Grades: PK-8
| 302 students
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Hotchkiss, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
P O Box 60
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(970) 872-3144
Grades: 6-8
| 141 students
397 Bulldog St
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(970) 872-5910
Grades: PK-6
| 79 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Hotchkiss, CO?
The top ranked public schools in Hotchkiss, CO include North Fork High School and Hotchkiss Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hotchkiss?
2 public schools are located in Hotchkiss.
What is the racial composition of students in Hotchkiss?
Hotchkiss public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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