For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 461 students in 81303, CO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 81303, CO is Escalante Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 81303 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 81303, CO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81303, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Escalante Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
141 Baker Lane
Durango, CO 81303
(970) 247-9491
Durango, CO 81303
(970) 247-9491
Gr: 6-8 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 81303, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 81303, CO include Escalante Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 81303?
1 public middle schools are located in 81303.
What is the racial composition of students in 81303?
81303 public middle schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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