RICO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

RICO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Dolores County School District RE-2J school district, located in RICO, CO with about 8 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade.

RICO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a small, rural public school located in the historic mountain town of Rico, Colorado. Situated in the San Juan Mountains, the school serves the local community as part of the Dolores School District RE-4A. Because of the town’s remote location and small population, the school functions as a tight-knit educational environment, often characterized by multi-age classrooms and a personalized approach to instruction that mirrors the tight bond of the surrounding community.

The school is notable for its historic setting and its role as the heart of the town, which is located at a high elevation along the San Juan Skyway. While the student population is small, the school focuses on providing foundational academics while utilizing the surrounding natural landscape as an outdoor classroom. It represents a classic example of a rural Colorado community school, where students benefit from low student-to-teacher ratios and a curriculum deeply integrated with the values and geography of the Rico area.

For more information, contact RICO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (970) 967-3450 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.