For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 783 students in 80644, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80644, CO are Platte Valley Elementary School and Platte Valley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80644 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80644, CO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80644, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Platte Valley Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
601 Clark Street
Kersey, CO 80644
(970) 336-8520
Kersey, CO 80644
(970) 336-8520
Gr: K-5 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Platte Valley Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 Hill Street
Kersey, CO 80644
(970) 336-8610
Kersey, CO 80644
(970) 336-8610
Gr: 6-8 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 80644, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80644, CO include Platte Valley Elementary School and Platte Valley Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80644?
2 public elementary schools are located in 80644.
What is the racial composition of students in 80644?
80644 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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