For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 209 students in 80653, CO.
The top ranked public schools in 80653, CO are Weldon Valley Elementary School and Weldon Valley Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80653 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80653, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80653, CO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Weldon Valley Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
911 North Avenue
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Grades: PK-6
| 119 students
Rank: #22.
Weldon Valley Jr/sr High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
911 North Avenue
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Grades: 7-12
| 90 students
80653, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
911 North Avenue
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Grades: 7-8
| 35 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 80653, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 80653, CO include Weldon Valley Elementary School and Weldon Valley Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 80653?
2 public schools are located in 80653.
What is the racial composition of students in 80653?
80653 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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