For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,443 students in 81504, CO.
The top-ranked public high school in 81504, CO is Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 81504 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 81504, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 81504 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is equal to the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Central High School, with 82% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81504, CO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3130 E1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6200
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6200
Gr: 9-12 | 1,443 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
81504, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 81504, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 81504, CO include Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 81504?
1 public high schools are located in 81504.
What is the racial composition of students in 81504?
81504 public high schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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