For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 375 students in 81502, CO.
The top-ranked public school in 81502, CO is Juniper Ridge Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 81502 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81502, CO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81502, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Juniper Ridge Community School
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
640 24 1/2 Rd
Grand Junction, CO 81502
(970) 639-0884
Grand Junction, CO 81502
(970) 639-0884
Gr: K-8 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 81502, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 81502, CO include Juniper Ridge Community School.
How many public schools are located in 81502?
1 public schools are located in 81502.
What is the racial composition of students in 81502?
81502 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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