For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 284 students in 81073, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in 81073, CO are Springfield Elementary School and Springfield 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 81073 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81073, CO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81073, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Springfield Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
389 Tipton Street
Springfield, CO 81073
(719) 523-4391
Springfield, CO 81073
(719) 523-4391
Gr: PK-5 | 156 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Springfield Junior/senior High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
389 Tipton Street
Springfield, CO 81073
(719) 523-6522
Springfield, CO 81073
(719) 523-6522
Gr: 6-12 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 81073, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 81073, CO include Springfield Elementary School and Springfield Junior/senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 81073?
2 public schools are located in 81073.
What is the racial composition of students in 81073?
81073 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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