| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durango School District 9-R | Durango | 9/10 Excellent · 80th pct | 5,452 | 13 | PK–12 | 3 |
| Bayfield School District 10 JT-R | Bayfield | 6/10 Average · 54th pct | 1,279 | 4 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Ignacio School District 11-JT | Arboles | 2/10 Poor · 18th pct | 641 | 3 | K–12 | 2 |
How La Plata County compares
Together they enroll 7,372 students across 20 schools. The largest is Durango School District 9-R with 5,452 students. Districts here average 5.7/10, above the Colorado average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 2/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in La Plata County, Colorado
La Plata County has 3 public school districts covering 6 zip codes. The top-rated district in La Plata County is Durango School District 9-R (9/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Colorado. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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