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Best 81611 Colorado Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,417 students in 81611, CO (there are , serving 295 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 81611, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 81611, CO are Aspen High School, Aspen Middle School and Aspen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 81611 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81611, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 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 81611, CO Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Aspen High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
235 High School Road
Aspen, CO 81611
(970) 925-3760
Gr: 9-12 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Aspen Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
235 High School Road
Aspen, CO 81611
(970) 925-3760
Gr: 5-8 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Aspen Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
235 High School Road
Aspen, CO 81611
(970) 925-3760
Gr: PK-4 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
Aspen Preschool
235 High School Road
Aspen, CO 81611
(970) 925-3760
Gr: PK | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 81611, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 81611, CO include Aspen High School, Aspen Middle School and Aspen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 81611?
4 public schools are located in 81611.
What percentage of students in 81611 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 81611 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 81611?
81611 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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