For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,727 students in Steamboat Springs, CO (there are 2 private schools, serving 209 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in Steamboat Springs, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Steamboat Springs, CO are Steamboat Springs Middle School, Soda Creek Elementary School and Strawberry Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Steamboat Springs, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Steamboat Springs have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Steamboat Springs, CO (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Steamboat Springs Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
39610 Amethyst Drive
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 879-1058
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 879-1058
Grades: 6-8
| 507 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Soda Creek Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
220 Park Avenue
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 879-0652
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 879-0652
Grades: PK-5
| 402 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Strawberry Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
39620 Amethyst Drive
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 879-7550
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 879-7550
Grades: PK-5
| 389 students
Rank: #44.
Steamboat Springs High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
45 East Maple Street
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 871-3699
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 871-3699
Grades: 9-12
| 842 students
Rank: #55.
Steamboat Montessori
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27285 Brandon Circle
Steamboat Springs, CO 80488
(970) 879-6653
Steamboat Springs, CO 80488
(970) 879-6653
Grades: PK-6
| 151 students
Rank: #66.
Yampa Valley High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
325 7th Street
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 871-3196
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 871-3196
Grades: 9-12
| 36 students
Rank: #77.
Sleeping Giant School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
40250 Giant View Drive
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 871-3199
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 871-3199
Grades: PK-8
| 400 students
Steamboat Springs, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
325 7th Street
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 879-5888
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 879-5888
Grades: PK
| 39 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Steamboat Springs, CO?
The top ranked public schools in Steamboat Springs, CO include Steamboat Springs Middle School, Soda Creek Elementary School and Strawberry Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Steamboat Springs?
7 public schools are located in Steamboat Springs.
What percentage of students in Steamboat Springs go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in Steamboat Springs are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Steamboat Springs?
Steamboat Springs public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Steamboat Springs are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Steamboat Springs include: Soda Creek Elementary School vs. Strawberry Park Elementary School, Strawberry Park Elementary School vs. Soda Creek Elementary School
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