Best Public Schools in 81657 (Vail, CO) (2025-26)

Best 81657 Colorado Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 255 students in 81657, CO (there are , serving 418 private students). 38% of all K-12 students in 81657, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).

The top ranked public school in 81657, CO is Red Sandstone Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public school in zipcode 81657 have an score of 37% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81657, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.

Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81657, CO Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Red Sandstone Elementary School

(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
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Top 50%

551 North Frontage Road
Vail, CO 81657
(970) 328-2910

Gr: PK-5 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 81657, CO?

The top ranked public schools in 81657, CO include Red Sandstone Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in 81657?

1 public schools are located in 81657.

What percentage of students in 81657 go to public school?

38% of all K-12 students in 81657 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).

What is the racial composition of students in 81657?

81657 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).