Best 80759 Colorado Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 558 students in 80759, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80759, CO are Kenneth P Morris Elementary School and Yuma Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80759 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80759, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80759, CO Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kenneth P Morris Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
416 South Elm Street
Yuma, CO 80759
(970) 848-5738
Grades: K-4
| 325 students
Rank: #22.
Yuma Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
500 South Elm
Yuma, CO 80759
(970) 848-2000
Grades: 5-8
| 233 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 80759, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 80759, CO include Kenneth P Morris Elementary School and Yuma Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80759?
2 public elementary schools are located in 80759.
What is the racial composition of students in 80759?
80759 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

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