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Best 81647 Colorado Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 483 students in 81647, CO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 81647, CO is Riverside School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 81647 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 81647, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public middle school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81647, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
215 Alder Avenue
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 665-7800
Gr: 6-8 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 81647, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 81647, CO include Riverside School.
How many public middle schools are located in 81647?
1 public middle schools are located in 81647.
What is the racial composition of students in 81647?
81647 public middle schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public middle schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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