For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 586 students in 81650, CO.
The top ranked public middle school in 81650, CO is Rifle Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 81650 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 81650, CO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81650, CO Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rifle Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
753 Railroad
Rifle, CO 81650
(970) 665-7900
Rifle, CO 81650
(970) 665-7900
Grades: 6-8
| 586 students
81650, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
703 Railroad Ave
Rifle, CO 81650
(970) 625-7895
Rifle, CO 81650
(970) 625-7895
Grades: 6-12
| 308 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 81650, CO?
The top ranked public middle schools in 81650, CO include Rifle Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 81650?
1 public middle schools are located in 81650.
What is the racial composition of students in 81650?
81650 public middle schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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