Best 81501 Colorado Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,017 students in 81501, CO (there are 2 private schools, serving 204 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 81501, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).

The top-ranked public schools in 81501, CO are Dual Immersion Academy School, Tope Elementary School and Grand Junction High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 81501 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81501, CO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.

Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).