For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,195 students in 80644, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in 80644, CO are Platte Valley High School, Platte Valley Elementary School and Platte Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80644 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80644, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80644, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Platte Valley High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
901 Campbell
Kersey, CO 80644
(970) 336-8700
Kersey, CO 80644
(970) 336-8700
Gr: 9-12 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Platte Valley Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
601 Clark Street
Kersey, CO 80644
(970) 336-8520
Kersey, CO 80644
(970) 336-8520
Gr: K-5 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Platte Valley Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 Hill Street
Kersey, CO 80644
(970) 336-8610
Kersey, CO 80644
(970) 336-8610
Gr: 6-8 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
600 Hill Street
Kersey, CO 80644
(970) 336-8760
Kersey, CO 80644
(970) 336-8760
Gr: PK | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 80644, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80644, CO include Platte Valley High School, Platte Valley Elementary School and Platte Valley Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 80644?
4 public schools are located in 80644.
What is the racial composition of students in 80644?
80644 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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