For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,315 students in Alamosa County, CO (there are 1 private school, serving 9 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Alamosa County, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in Alamosa County, CO are Sangre De Cristo Undivided High School, Sangre De Cristo Elementary School and Alamosa High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alamosa County, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Alamosa County have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Alamosa County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sangre De Cristo Undivided High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8751 Lane 7 N
Mosca, CO 81146
(719) 378-2321
Mosca, CO 81146
(719) 378-2321
Gr: 6-12 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Sangre De Cristo Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8751 Lane 7 N
Mosca, CO 81146
(719) 378-2321
Mosca, CO 81146
(719) 378-2321
Gr: PK-5 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Alamosa High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
805 Craft Drive
Alamosa, CO 81101
(719) 587-6000
Alamosa, CO 81101
(719) 587-6000
Gr: 9-12 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Alamosa Elementary School 3-5
(Math: 24% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1709 West 10th Street Building
Alamosa, CO 81101
(719) 587-1600
Alamosa, CO 81101
(719) 587-1600
Gr: 3-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Ortega Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
401 Victoria Avenue
Alamosa, CO 81101
(719) 587-1650
Alamosa, CO 81101
(719) 587-1650
Gr: 6-8 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Alamosa Alternative Education School
Alternative School
209 Victoria Ave
Alamosa, CO 81101
(719) 587-7640
Alamosa, CO 81101
(719) 587-7640
Gr: 6-12 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
1707 West 10th Street Building
Alamosa, CO 81101
(719) 587-6600
Alamosa, CO 81101
(719) 587-6600
Gr: K-2 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Alamosa County, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in Alamosa County, CO include Sangre De Cristo Undivided High School, Sangre De Cristo Elementary School and Alamosa High School.
How many public schools are located in Alamosaunty?
7 public schools are located in Alamosaunty.
What percentage of students in Alamosaunty go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Alamosaunty are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Alamosaunty?
Alamosaunty public schools minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Alamosaunty are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Alamosaunty include: Alamosa Elementary School 3-5 vs. Sangre De Cristo Elementary School, Sangre De Cristo Undivided High School vs. Sangre De Cristo Elementary School, Sangre De Cristo Elementary School vs. Alamosa Elementary School 3-5
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