Best 81328 Colorado Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 511 students in 81328, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in 81328, CO are Mancos Middle School, Mancos Elementary School and Mancos High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 81328 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81328, CO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 81328, CO Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mancos Middle School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
100 South Beech
Mancos, CO 81328
(970) 533-9143
Gr: 6-8 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Mancos Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
301 Grand Avenue
Mancos, CO 81328
(970) 533-7744
Gr: K-5 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Mancos High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
355 West Grand Avenue
Mancos, CO 81328
(970) 533-7746
Gr: 9-12 | 142 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
131 S. Walnut Street
Mancos, CO 81328
(970) 533-1587
Gr: PK | 36 students Minority enrollment: 28%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 81328, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 81328, CO include Mancos Middle School, Mancos Elementary School and Mancos High School.
How many public schools are located in 81328?
4 public schools are located in 81328.
What is the racial composition of students in 81328?
81328 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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