Best 81504 Colorado Public Charter Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 772 students in 81504, CO.
The top ranked public charter school in 81504, CO is Independence Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 81504 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Colorado public charter school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 81504, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public charter school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81504, CO Public Charter Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Independence Academy
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
675 29 Rd
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6850
Gr: PK-8 | 487 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Ascent Classical Academy Of Grand Junction
Charter School
545 31 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(720) 541-9809
Gr: K-8 | 285 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 81504 Colorado

81504, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
3130 E1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6200
Gr: K-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public charter schools in 81504, CO?
The top ranked public charter schools in 81504, CO include Independence Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 81504?
2 public charter schools are located in 81504.
What is the racial composition of students in 81504?
81504 public charter schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public charter schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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