For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 169 students in 81077, CO.
The top ranked public elementary school in 81077, CO is Swink Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 81077 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81077, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81077, CO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Swink Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
610 Columbia Street
Swink, CO 81077
(719) 384-8103
Swink, CO 81077
(719) 384-8103
Grades: K-6
| 169 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 81077, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81077, CO include Swink Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81077?
1 public elementary schools are located in 81077.
What is the racial composition of students in 81077?
81077 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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