For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 129 students in 81427, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81427, CO are Ouray Middle School and Ouray Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81427 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81427, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81427, CO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ouray Middle School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 7th Avenue
Ouray, CO 81427
(970) 325-4505
Ouray, CO 81427
(970) 325-4505
Grades: 5-8
| 54 students
Rank: #22.
Ouray Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 7th Avenue
Ouray, CO 81427
(970) 325-4505
Ouray, CO 81427
(970) 325-4505
Grades: PK-4
| 75 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 81427, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81427, CO include Ouray Middle School and Ouray Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81427?
2 public elementary schools are located in 81427.
What is the racial composition of students in 81427?
81427 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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