For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 628 students in 81623, CO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 81623, CO are Ross Montessori School and Crystal River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 81623 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 81623, CO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81623, CO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ross Montessori School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
109 Lewies Lane
Carbondale, CO 81623
(970) 963-7199
Carbondale, CO 81623
(970) 963-7199
Gr: PK-8 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Crystal River Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
160 Snowmass Drive
Carbondale, CO 81623
(970) 384-5620
Carbondale, CO 81623
(970) 384-5620
Gr: PK-4 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 81623, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 81623, CO include Ross Montessori School and Crystal River Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 81623?
2 public preschools are located in 81623.
What is the racial composition of students in 81623?
81623 public preschools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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