For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public school serving 298 students in Penrose, CO.
The top ranked public school in Penrose, CO is Penrose Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Penrose, CO public school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Penrose have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Penrose, CO (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Penrose Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Illinois
Penrose, CO 81240
(719) 372-6777
Penrose, CO 81240
(719) 372-6777
Grades: PK-6
| 298 students
Penrose, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 Illinois
Penrose, CO 81240
(719) 372-6777
Penrose, CO 81240
(719) 372-6777
Grades: 6-8
| 160 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Penrose, CO?
The top ranked public schools in Penrose, CO include Penrose Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Penrose?
1 public schools are located in Penrose.
What is the racial composition of students in Penrose?
Penrose public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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