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6.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Ouray, Colorado

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.9/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.9/10

67% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$82,851

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$562,200

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
61%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
74%

Of occupied housing units

How Ouray compares

Colorado rank

#32 of 125

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.5

above Colorado avg (6.3)

Median household income

$83k

96% of Colorado median

Schools in this city

3

About Schools in Ouray, Colorado

Ouray, Colorado is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Ouray show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Ouray is Ouray Middle School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Ouray is served by 1 school district: Ouray School District No. R-1 of the county of Ouray and. These districts collectively serve 169 students.

Ouray's community shows 61% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,851. The poverty rate in the area is 1.7%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by ZIP: 81427 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 75 students · Pre-K–4th 5.4

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 54 students · 5th–8th 7.9

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 40 students · 9th–12th 7.3

Schools in Ouray

Ouray, Colorado · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$82,851

Median Home Value

$562,200

Median Rent

$954/mo

Population

1,251

College Educated

61%

Homeownership

74%

Poverty Rate

1.7%

Community Profile

Ouray has a median household income of $82,851. It is a well-educated community where 61% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $562,200, with a median rent of $954/month. The local poverty rate of 1.7% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

Total Schools
3
Elementary
1
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
6.9/10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Ouray, Colorado

How many schools are in Ouray, Colorado?

Ouray has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Ouray, Colorado?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ouray is 6.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Ouray, Colorado?

The top-ranked school in Ouray on MySchoolScout is Ouray Middle School with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Ouray, Colorado?

The top-ranked elementary school in Ouray on MySchoolScout is Ouray Elementary School with a composite score of 5.4/10.

What is the best middle school in Ouray, Colorado?

The top-ranked middle school in Ouray on MySchoolScout is Ouray Middle School with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best high school in Ouray, Colorado?

The top-ranked high school in Ouray on MySchoolScout is Ouray Senior High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

How many school districts serve Ouray, Colorado?

Ouray is served by 1 school district: Ouray School District No. R-1 of the County of Ouray and.

What is the education level in Ouray, Colorado?

According to Census data, 61% of adults in Ouray have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Ouray, Colorado?

The median household income in Ouray is approximately $82,851 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Ouray, Colorado?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ouray is 9.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ouray, Colorado?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Colorado Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.