For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 992 students in 81647, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81647, CO are Kathryn Senor Elementary School, Elk Creek Elementary School and Riverside School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81647 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81647, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81647, CO Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kathryn Senor Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 Alder Avenue
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 665-7700
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 665-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Elk Creek Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
804 West Main Street
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 665-6900
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 665-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Riverside School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
215 Alder Avenue
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 665-7800
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 665-7800
Gr: 6-8 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 81647, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81647, CO include Kathryn Senor Elementary School, Elk Creek Elementary School and Riverside School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81647?
3 public elementary schools are located in 81647.
What is the racial composition of students in 81647?
81647 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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