For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,709 students in 81501, CO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 81501, CO are Dual Immersion Academy School, Tope Elementary School and Orchard Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 81501 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 81501, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81501, CO Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Dual Immersion Academy School
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
552 A West Main Street
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-6070
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-6070
Gr: PK-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Tope Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2220 N 7th St
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-7070
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-7070
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Orchard Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1800 Orchard Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-7560
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-7560
Gr: PK-5 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Chipeta Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
950 Chipeta Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-6825
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-6825
Gr: PK-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
Nisley Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
543 28-3/4 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-5900
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-5900
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
81501, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
624 N 9th St
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-6825
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-6825
Gr: PK-5 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
830 Gunnison Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-5020
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-5020
Gr: 6-8 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Grand Mesa Youth Services Center (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
360 28 Rd
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 242-1521
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 242-1521
Gr: 5-12
519 North 18th Street
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-5682
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-5682
Gr: PK
School Without Walls (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
310 N 7th St
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 242-4350
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 242-4350
Gr: 9-12 | 46 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 81501, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 81501, CO include Dual Immersion Academy School, Tope Elementary School and Orchard Avenue Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 81501?
5 public preschools are located in 81501.
What is the racial composition of students in 81501?
81501 public preschools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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