For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,200 students in Rio Blanco County, CO (there are 1 private school, serving 20 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Rio Blanco County, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Rio Blanco County, CO are Meeker Elementary School, Meeker High School and Barone Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rio Blanco County, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Rio Blanco County have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Rio Blanco County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Meeker Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 Ute Road
Meeker, CO 81641
(970) 878-9050
Meeker, CO 81641
(970) 878-9050
Grades: PK-5
| 324 students
Rank: #22.
Meeker High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
550 School Street
Meeker, CO 81641
(970) 878-9070
Meeker, CO 81641
(970) 878-9070
Grades: 9-12
| 220 students
Rank: #33.
Barone Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Bob Tucker Drive
Meeker, CO 81641
(970) 878-9060
Meeker, CO 81641
(970) 878-9060
Grades: 6-8
| 168 students
Rank: #44.
Parkview Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
550 River Road
Rangely, CO 81648
(970) 675-2267
Rangely, CO 81648
(970) 675-2267
Grades: PK-5
| 221 students
Rank: #55.
Rangely Junior/senior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
234 Panther Way
Rangely, CO 81648
(970) 675-2253
Rangely, CO 81648
(970) 675-2253
Grades: 6-12
| 267 students
Rio Blanco County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
550 River Rd
Rangely, CO 81648
(970) 675-5021
Rangely, CO 81648
(970) 675-5021
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Rio Blanco County, CO?
The top ranked public schools in Rio Blanco County, CO include Meeker Elementary School, Meeker High School and Barone Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Rio Blancounty?
5 public schools are located in Rio Blancounty.
What percentage of students in Rio Blancounty go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Rio Blancounty are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Rio Blancounty?
Rio Blancounty public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Rio Blancounty are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Rio Blancounty include: Meeker High School vs. Rangely Junior/senior High School
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