Best Schools in Ouray, Colorado
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Ouray?
Use this page to compare every school in Ouray by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ouray Senior High School
High · Ouray School District No. R-1 of the County of Ouray and. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ouray Middle School
Middle · Ouray School District No. R-1 of the County of Ouray and. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ouray Elementary School
Elementary · Ouray School District No. R-1 of the County of Ouray and. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Ouray for 2026 are Ouray Senior High School (7.5/10), Ouray Middle School (7.4/10), and Ouray Elementary School (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$562,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$562,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ouray
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ouray Senior High School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Ouray Middle School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Ouray Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $82,851
- Median home value
- $562,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 61%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Ouray compares
Colorado rank
#30 of 125
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above Colorado avg (6.2)
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 7.2 out of 10, schools in Ouray perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ouray is Ouray Senior High School with a composite score of 7.5/10, 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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 75 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 54 students · 5th–8th | 7.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 40 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 |
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.
Schools by Level
- State
- Colorado
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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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 7.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ouray, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Ouray on MySchoolScout is Ouray Senior High School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
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 6.7/10.
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 7.4/10.
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 7.5/10.
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 built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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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.