For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,988 students in 81006, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 81006, CO are North Mesa Elementary School, South Mesa Elementary School and Pleasant View Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81006 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81006, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81006, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
28881 Gale Road
Pueblo, CO 81006
(719) 948-3303
Pueblo, CO 81006
(719) 948-3303
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
South Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
23701 East Preston Road
Pueblo, CO 81006
(719) 543-6444
Pueblo, CO 81006
(719) 543-6444
Gr: PK-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Pleasant View Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
23600 Everett Road
Pueblo, CO 81006
(719) 542-7813
Pueblo, CO 81006
(719) 542-7813
Gr: 6-8 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Vineland Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
35777 Iris Road
Pueblo, CO 81006
(719) 948-3331
Pueblo, CO 81006
(719) 948-3331
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
Pueblo School For Arts & Sciences At Fulton Height
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1331 Santa Rosa Street
Pueblo, CO 81006
(719) 404-2680
Pueblo, CO 81006
(719) 404-2680
Gr: K-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #66.
Vineland Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1132 Lane 36
Pueblo, CO 81006
(719) 948-3336
Pueblo, CO 81006
(719) 948-3336
Gr: 6-8 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
81006, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 81006, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 81006, CO include North Mesa Elementary School, South Mesa Elementary School and Pleasant View Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81006?
6 public elementary schools are located in 81006.
What is the racial composition of students in 81006?
81006 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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