For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 302 students in 81077, CO.
The top ranked public schools in 81077, CO are Swink Elementary School and Swink 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 81077 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81077, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81077, CO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Swink Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
610 Columbia Street
Swink, CO 81077
(719) 384-8103
Swink, CO 81077
(719) 384-8103
Grades: K-6
| 169 students
Rank: #22.
Swink Junior-senior High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
610 Columbia Street
Swink, CO 81077
(719) 384-8103
Swink, CO 81077
(719) 384-8103
Grades: 7-12
| 133 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 81077, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 81077, CO include Swink Elementary School and Swink Junior-senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 81077?
2 public schools are located in 81077.
What is the racial composition of students in 81077?
81077 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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