For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,365 students in 81505, CO (there are , serving 57 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 81505, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 81505, CO are Appleton Elementary School, Mesa Valley Community School and Caprock Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 81505 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81505, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81505, CO ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Appleton Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2358 H Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-6400
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-6400
Grades: PK-5
| 447 students
Rank: #22.
Mesa Valley Community School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
609 25 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-7202
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-7202
Grades: 6-12
| 170 students
Rank: #33.
Caprock Academy
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
714 24 1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 243-1771
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 243-1771
Grades: K-12
| 895 students
Rank: #44.
Pomona Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
588 25-1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-4990
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-4990
Grades: PK-5
| 393 students
Rank: #55.
West Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
123 W Orchard Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-5090
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-5090
Grades: 6-8
| 460 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mesa Valley Enrichment Program
Charter School
609 25 Rd.
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-7202
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-7202
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 81505, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 81505, CO include Appleton Elementary School, Mesa Valley Community School and Caprock Academy.
How many public schools are located in 81505?
6 public schools are located in 81505.
What percentage of students in 81505 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 81505 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 81505?
81505 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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