For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 518 students in 81201, CO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 81201, CO are Crest Academy, Salida Montessori Charter School and Salida Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 81201 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 81201, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81201, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crest Academy
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
220 12th Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-2977
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-2977
Gr: 5-8 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Salida Montessori Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1040 I Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-4887
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 539-4887
Gr: PK-8 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Salida Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
520 Milford Street
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5300
Salida, CO 81201
(719) 530-5300
Gr: 5-8 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 81201, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 81201, CO include Crest Academy, Salida Montessori Charter School and Salida Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 81201?
3 public middle schools are located in 81201.
What is the racial composition of students in 81201?
81201 public middle schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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