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Best 81040 Colorado Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 86 students in 81040, CO.

The top-ranked public school in 81040, CO is Gardner Valley School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public school in zipcode 81040 have an score of 10% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and score of 25% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81040, CO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.

Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81040, CO Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Gardner Valley School

Charter School

(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
:

Bottom 50%

25421 Highway 69
Gardner, CO 81040
(719) 746-2446

Gr: PK-8 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 56%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 81040, CO?

The top-ranked public schools in 81040, CO include Gardner Valley School.

How many public schools are located in 81040?

1 public schools are located in 81040.

What is the racial composition of students in 81040?

81040 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).