For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,264 students in Johnstown, CO.
The top-ranked public preschools in Johnstown, CO are Elwell Elementary School and Riverview Pk-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Johnstown, CO public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in Johnstown have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Johnstown, CO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elwell Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
155 Silverbell Dr
Johnstown, CO 80534
(970) 587-4605
Johnstown, CO 80534
(970) 587-4605
Gr: PK-5 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Riverview Pk-8
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3550 Barkwood Drive
Johnstown, CO 80534
(970) 613-7000
Johnstown, CO 80534
(970) 613-7000
Gr: PK-8 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Johnstown, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Johnstown, CO include Elwell Elementary School and Riverview Pk-8.
How many public preschools are located in Johnstown?
2 public preschools are located in Johnstown.
What is the racial composition of students in Johnstown?
Johnstown public preschools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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