Best Schools in Westcliffe, Colorado
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Westcliffe by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Custer County High School
High · Custer County School District Consolidate 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Custer County Elementary School
Elementary · Custer County School District Consolidate 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Custer Middle School
Middle · Custer County School District Consolidate 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Westcliffe for 2026 are Custer County High School (7.6/10), Custer County Elementary School (6.0/10), and Custer Middle School (4.9/10), 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
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$362,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$362,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Westcliffe
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 | Custer County High School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Custer County Elementary School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Custer Middle School | 4.9 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $70,825
- Median home value
- $362,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 38%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Westcliffe compares
Colorado rank
#55 of 125
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Colorado avg (6.2)
Median household income
$71k
82% of Colorado median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Westcliffe, Colorado
Westcliffe, 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 6.2 out of 10, schools in Westcliffe show moderate performance 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 Westcliffe is Custer County High School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Westcliffe is served by 1 school district: Custer County School District Consolidate 1. These districts collectively serve 345 students.
Westcliffe's community shows 38% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,825. The poverty rate in the area is 9.6%.
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 | 152 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 78 students · 6th–8th | 4.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 115 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
Schools in Westcliffe
Westcliffe, Colorado · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,825
Median Home Value
$362,200
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
4,413
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
87%
Poverty Rate
9.6%
Community Profile
Westcliffe has a median household income of $70,825. It is an area where 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $362,200, with a median rent of $933/month. The local poverty rate of 9.6% 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
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Common questions about schools in Westcliffe, Colorado
How many schools are in Westcliffe, Colorado?
Westcliffe has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Westcliffe, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Westcliffe is 6.2 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 Westcliffe, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Westcliffe on MySchoolScout is Custer County High School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Westcliffe, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Westcliffe on MySchoolScout is Custer County Elementary School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Westcliffe, Colorado?
The top-ranked middle school in Westcliffe on MySchoolScout is Custer Middle School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What is the best high school in Westcliffe, Colorado?
The top-ranked high school in Westcliffe on MySchoolScout is Custer County High School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Westcliffe, Colorado?
Westcliffe is served by 1 school district: Custer County School District Consolidate 1.
What is the education level in Westcliffe, Colorado?
According to Census data, 38% of adults in Westcliffe have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Westcliffe, Colorado?
The median household income in Westcliffe is approximately $70,825 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Westcliffe, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Westcliffe is 11.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Westcliffe, 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.