For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,088 students in 81504, CO (there are 2 private schools, serving 82 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 81504, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 81504, CO are Independence Academy, Central High School and Chatfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 81504 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Colorado public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 81504, CO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81504, CO Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Independence Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
675 29 Rd
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6850
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6850
Grades: PK-8
| 470 students
Rank: #22.
Central High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3130 E1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6200
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,630 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Chatfield Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3188 D1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-4930
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-4930
Grades: PK-5
| 415 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Fruitvale Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
585 30 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-5930
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-5930
Grades: PK-5
| 399 students
Rank: #55.
Bookcliff Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2935 Orchard Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6220
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6220
Grades: 6-8
| 545 students
Rank: #66.
Grand Mesa Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
585 31-1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6270
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6270
Grades: 6-8
| 604 students
Rank: #77.
Pear Park Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
432 30 1/4 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-5960
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-5960
Grades: PK-5
| 453 students
Rank: #88.
Thunder Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3063 F1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-5870
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-5870
Grades: PK-5
| 447 students
Rank: n/an/a
2935 North Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-5100
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-5100
Grades: PK
| 125 students
81504, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3130 E1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6200
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6200
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 81504, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 81504, CO include Independence Academy, Central High School and Chatfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 81504, CO?
9 public schools are located in 81504, CO.
What percentage of students in 81504, CO go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 81504, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 81504, CO?
81504, CO public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
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