For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 172 students in 81323, CO.
The top ranked public middle school in 81323, CO is Dolores Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 81323 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 81323, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81323, CO Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dolores Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Central Avenue
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 882-7288
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 882-7288
Grades: 6-8
| 172 students
81323, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
28567 County Road M
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 565-3223
Dolores, CO 81323
(970) 565-3223
Grades: 1-3
| 24 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 81323, CO?
The top ranked public middle schools in 81323, CO include Dolores Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 81323?
1 public middle schools are located in 81323.
What is the racial composition of students in 81323?
81323 public middle schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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