For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 218 students in 81055, CO.
The top ranked public schools in 81055, CO are La Veta Elementary School and La Veta Junior-senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 81055 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81055, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81055, CO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
La Veta Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
126 East Garland
La Veta, CO 81055
(719) 742-3621
La Veta, CO 81055
(719) 742-3621
Grades: PK-5
| 118 students
Rank: #22.
La Veta Junior-senior High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
126 East Garland
La Veta, CO 81055
(719) 742-3662
La Veta, CO 81055
(719) 742-3662
Grades: 6-12
| 100 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 81055, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 81055, CO include La Veta Elementary School and La Veta Junior-senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 81055?
2 public schools are located in 81055.
What is the racial composition of students in 81055?
81055 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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