Best 81601 Colorado Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 383 students in 81601, CO.
The top-ranked public preschool in 81601, CO is Riverview School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 81601 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 81601, CO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81601, CO Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverview School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
228 Flying M Road
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
(970) 510-0252
Gr: PK-8 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
695 Red Mt Drive
Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
(970) 948-3581
Gr: PK

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 81601, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 81601, CO include Riverview School.
How many public preschools are located in 81601?
2 public preschools are located in 81601.
What is the racial composition of students in 81601?
81601 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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