For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,163 students in 81005, CO (there are , serving 106 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 81005, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 81005, CO are Goodnight Elementary School, South High School and Sunset Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 81005 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81005, CO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81005, CO ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Goodnight Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
624 Windy Way
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7545
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7545
Gr: PK-8 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
South High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Hollywood Drive
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7255
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7255
Gr: 9-12 | 895 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #33.
Sunset Park Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
110 University Circle
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7610
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7610
Gr: K-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
South Park Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3100 Hollywood
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7600
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7600
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Highland Park Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2701 Vinewood Lane
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7560
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7560
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #66.
Paragon Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Lakeview Avenue
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 423-3570
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 423-3570
Gr: 9-12 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #77.
D60 Online School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1801 Hollywood Dr
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 225-5097
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 225-5097
Gr: 5-8 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #88.
Beulah Heights Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2670 Delphinium Street
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7510
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7510
Gr: PK-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #99.
Roncalli Stem Academy
(Math: 6% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4202 Highway 78
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7450
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7450
Gr: 6-8 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1010.
Pueblo Academy Of Arts
(Math: 5% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
29 Lehigh Avenue
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7430
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7430
Gr: 6-8 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: n/an/a
3000 Lakeview Ave
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 253-6016
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 253-6016
Gr: PK | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 117:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
81005, Colorado ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3000 Lakeview
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7555
Pueblo, CO 81005
(719) 549-7555
Gr: PK-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 81005, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 81005, CO include Goodnight Elementary School, South High School and Sunset Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 81005?
11 public schools are located in 81005.
What percentage of students in 81005 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 81005 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 81005?
81005 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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