For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 209 students in 80653, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in 80653, CO are Weldon Valley Elementary School and Weldon Valley Jr/sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80653 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80653, CO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80653, CO Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Weldon Valley Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
911 North Avenue
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Gr: PK-6 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Weldon Valley Jr/sr High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
911 North Avenue
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Gr: 7-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
80653, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
911 North Avenue
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Weldona, CO 80653
(970) 645-2411
Gr: 7-8 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 80653, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80653, CO include Weldon Valley Elementary School and Weldon Valley Jr/sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 80653?
2 public schools are located in 80653.
What is the racial composition of students in 80653?
80653 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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