Best Public Schools in 81240 (Penrose, CO) (2025-26)

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Best 81240 Colorado Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 309 students in 81240, CO.

The top ranked public school in 81240, CO is Penrose Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public school in zipcode 81240 have an score of 22% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81240, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.

Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81240, CO Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Penrose Elementary School

(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
:

Bottom 50%

100 Illinois
Penrose, CO 81240
(719) 372-6777

Gr: PK-6 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%

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81240, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

Penrose Middle School (Closed 2007)

100 Illinois
Penrose, CO 81240
(719) 372-6777

Gr: 6-8 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 81240, CO?

The top ranked public schools in 81240, CO include Penrose Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in 81240?

1 public schools are located in 81240.

What is the racial composition of students in 81240?

81240 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).