For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 531 students in 81101, CO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 81101, CO is Ortega Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 81101 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 81101, CO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public middle school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81101, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ortega Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
401 Victoria Avenue
Alamosa, CO 81101
(719) 587-1650
Alamosa, CO 81101
(719) 587-1650
Gr: 6-8 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
Alamosa Alternative Education School
Alternative School
209 Victoria Ave
Alamosa, CO 81101
(719) 587-7640
Alamosa, CO 81101
(719) 587-7640
Gr: 6-12 | 60 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 81101, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 81101, CO include Ortega Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 81101?
2 public middle schools are located in 81101.
What is the racial composition of students in 81101?
81101 public middle schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public middle schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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