For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 783 students in La Junta, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in La Junta, CO are Tiger Trades Academy and La Junta Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
La Junta, CO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in La Junta have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in La Junta, CO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tiger Trades Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1401 East 6th Stree
La Junta, CO 81050
(719) 363-1504
La Junta, CO 81050
(719) 363-1504
Gr: 5-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
La Junta Intermediate School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
901 Smithland Ave.
La Junta, CO 81050
(719) 384-9151
La Junta, CO 81050
(719) 384-9151
Gr: 3-6 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: n/an/a
601 Topeka Avenue
La Junta, CO 81050
(719) 384-2991
La Junta, CO 81050
(719) 384-2991
Gr: K-2 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in La Junta, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in La Junta, CO include Tiger Trades Academy and La Junta Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in La Junta?
3 public elementary schools are located in La Junta.
What is the racial composition of students in La Junta?
La Junta public elementary schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in La Junta are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in La Junta include: La Junta Primary School vs. La Junta Intermediate School
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