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Best 81323 Colorado Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 668 students in 81323, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in 81323, CO are Dolores Elementary School, Dolores Middle School and Dolores High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 81323 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81323, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81323, CO Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dolores Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
12th And Hillside
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 882-4688
Gr: K-5 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Dolores Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1301 Central Avenue
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 882-7288
Gr: 6-8 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Dolores High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1301 Central Avenue
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 882-7288
Gr: 9-12 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
Teddy Bear Preschool
1550 Hillside Avenue
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 882-7277
Gr: PK | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 81323, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 81323, CO include Dolores Elementary School, Dolores Middle School and Dolores High School.
How many public schools are located in 81323?
4 public schools are located in 81323.
What is the racial composition of students in 81323?
81323 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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