For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 58 students in 81087, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in 81087, CO are Vilas Elementary School and Vilas Undivided High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 81087 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81087, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81087, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Vilas Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
202 Collingwood St
Vilas, CO 81087
(719) 523-6738
Vilas, CO 81087
(719) 523-6738
Gr: PK-6 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Vilas Undivided High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
202 Collingwood St
Vilas, CO 81087
(719) 523-6738
Vilas, CO 81087
(719) 523-6738
Gr: 7-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
81087, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Colorado Online Academy (Cola) (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
202 Collingwood Ave
Vilas, CO 81087
(719) 523-4952
Vilas, CO 81087
(719) 523-4952
Gr: 7-12
202 Collingwood
Vilas, CO 81087
(719) 523-4952
Vilas, CO 81087
(719) 523-4952
Gr: K-8 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 81087, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 81087, CO include Vilas Elementary School and Vilas Undivided High School.
How many public schools are located in 81087?
2 public schools are located in 81087.
What is the racial composition of students in 81087?
81087 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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