Best 81140 Colorado Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 195 students in 81140, CO.
The top-ranked public preschool in 81140, CO is La Jara Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 81140 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 81140, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81140, CO Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Jara Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
214 Poplar Street
La Jara, CO 81140
(719) 274-5791
Gr: PK-5 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 81140, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 81140, CO include La Jara Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 81140?
1 public preschools are located in 81140.
What is the racial composition of students in 81140?
81140 public preschools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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