For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 403 students in 81302, CO.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 81302, CO are Animas High School and The Juniper School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 81302 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Colorado public charter school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 81302, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public charter school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81302, CO Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Animas High School
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
271 Twin Buttes Ave
Durango, CO 81302
(970) 247-2474
Durango, CO 81302
(970) 247-2474
Gr: 9-12 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
The Juniper School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
225 Sawyer Dr
Durango, CO 81302
(970) 764-4185
Durango, CO 81302
(970) 764-4185
Gr: K-8 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 81302, CO?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 81302, CO include Animas High School and The Juniper School.
How many public charter schools are located in 81302?
2 public charter schools are located in 81302.
What is the racial composition of students in 81302?
81302 public charter schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public charter schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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