For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 94 students in 81424, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in 81424, CO are Nucla High School and Nucla Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 81424 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81424, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81424, CO 51±¬ÁÏs (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nucla High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
225 West 4th Street
Nucla, CO 81424
(970) 864-7350
Nucla, CO 81424
(970) 864-7350
Gr: 9-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Nucla Middle School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
225 West 4th Avenue
Nucla, CO 81424
(970) 864-7350
Nucla, CO 81424
(970) 864-7350
Gr: 7-8 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 81424, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 81424, CO include Nucla High School and Nucla Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 81424?
2 public schools are located in 81424.
What is the racial composition of students in 81424?
81424 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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