Best Public Schools in Zip Code 81211

The 81211 zip code area is home to 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. Overall, the schools in this area show a mix of performance, with some standout schools like Buena Vista High School and Buena Vista Middle School outperforming state averages, while others like Avery/Parsons Elementary School have more room for improvement.

Buena Vista High School stands out with a high 4-year graduation rate of 84.2% and a low dropout rate of 1.9%. It also performs well on PSAT9 assessments, with 73% of 9th graders proficient or better in Reading and Writing, compared to the state average of 65%. Similarly, Buena Vista Middle School has strong performance on CMAS assessments, with 55.2% of 8th graders proficient or better in Science, compared to the state average of 36.4%.

However, all schools in the area struggle with high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 27.7% to 27.7%, which is significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, the schools have varying levels of economic disadvantage, as indicated by their free/reduced lunch rates, which range from 34.32% at Buena Vista High School to 75% at Chaffee County High School. The data suggests that while some schools in the Buena Vista School District No. R-31 are performing well, there are opportunities to address chronic absenteeism and support struggling student populations across the district.