For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 436 students in 81140, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 81140, CO are La Jara Elementary School, North Conejos Alternative Program and Centauri Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81140 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81140, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81140, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Jara Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
214 Poplar Street
La Jara, CO 81140
(719) 274-5791
La Jara, CO 81140
(719) 274-5791
Gr: PK-5 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
North Conejos Alternative Program
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
635 Main Street
La Jara, CO 81140
(719) 274-4220
La Jara, CO 81140
(719) 274-4220
Gr: K-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Centauri Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17891 Us Hwy 285
La Jara, CO 81140
(719) 274-4301
La Jara, CO 81140
(719) 274-4301
Gr: 6-8 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 81140, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 81140, CO include La Jara Elementary School, North Conejos Alternative Program and Centauri Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81140?
3 public elementary schools are located in 81140.
What is the racial composition of students in 81140?
81140 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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