For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 243 students in 80736, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in 80736, CO are Caliche Elementary School and Caliche Junior-senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80736 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80736, CO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80736, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Caliche Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
26308 County Road 65
Iliff, CO 80736
(970) 522-8330
Iliff, CO 80736
(970) 522-8330
Gr: PK-6 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Caliche Junior-senior High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
26308 Buffalo Road
Iliff, CO 80736
(970) 522-8200
Iliff, CO 80736
(970) 522-8200
Gr: 7-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 80736, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80736, CO include Caliche Elementary School and Caliche Junior-senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 80736?
2 public schools are located in 80736.
What is the racial composition of students in 80736?
80736 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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