For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 462 students in 81652, CO.
The top-ranked public school in 81652, CO is Cactus Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 81652 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81652, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81652, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cactus Valley Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
222 Grand Avenue
Silt, CO 81652
(970) 665-7850
Silt, CO 81652
(970) 665-7850
Gr: PK-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 81652, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 81652, CO include Cactus Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 81652?
1 public schools are located in 81652.
What is the racial composition of students in 81652?
81652 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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