For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,774 students in 81004, CO (there are 4 private schools, serving 448 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 81004, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 81004, CO are Corwin International Magnet School, Minnequa Elementary School and Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 81004 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81004, CO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81004, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Corwin International Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1500 Lakeview Avenue
Pueblo, CO 81004
(719) 549-7400
Pueblo, CO 81004
(719) 549-7400
Gr: 4-8 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Minnequa Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1708 East Orman Avenue
Pueblo, CO 81004
(719) 549-7580
Pueblo, CO 81004
(719) 549-7580
Gr: PK-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Central High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
216 East Orman Avenue
Pueblo, CO 81004
(719) 549-7300
Pueblo, CO 81004
(719) 549-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,145 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Heritage Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
625 Brown Avenue
Pueblo, CO 81004
(719) 549-7575
Pueblo, CO 81004
(719) 549-7575
Gr: PK-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #55.
Columbian Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1202 Bragdon Avenue
Pueblo, CO 81004
(719) 549-7525
Pueblo, CO 81004
(719) 549-7525
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #66.
Bessemer Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1125 E Routt Avenue
Pueblo, CO 81004
(719) 549-7505
Pueblo, CO 81004
(719) 549-7505
Gr: PK-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #77.
Pueblo Charter School For The Arts & Sciences
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1745 Acero
Pueblo, CO 81004
(719) 549-2737
Pueblo, CO 81004
(719) 549-2737
Gr: K-8 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #88.
Academy Of Las Animas Online School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Lake Ave
Pueblo, CO 81004
(800) 808-0718
Pueblo, CO 81004
(800) 808-0718
Gr: 6-12 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 81004, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 81004, CO include Corwin International Magnet School, Minnequa Elementary School and Central High School.
How many public schools are located in 81004?
8 public schools are located in 81004.
What percentage of students in 81004 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 81004 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 81004?
81004 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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