For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 297 students in Hotchkiss, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Hotchkiss, CO is Hotchkiss Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hotchkiss, CO public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Hotchkiss have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Hotchkiss, CO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hotchkiss Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
465 Lorah Lane
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(970) 872-3325
Hotchkiss, CO 81419
(970) 872-3325
Gr: PK-8 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Hotchkiss, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Hotchkiss, CO include Hotchkiss Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Hotchkiss?
1 public elementary schools are located in Hotchkiss.
What is the racial composition of students in Hotchkiss?
Hotchkiss public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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