For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,365 students in 81505, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81505, CO are Mesa Valley Community School, Appleton Elementary School and Caprock Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81505 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81505, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81505, CO Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mesa Valley Community School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
609 25 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-7202
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-7202
Grades: 6-12
| 170 students
Rank: #22.
Appleton Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2358 H Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-6400
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-6400
Grades: PK-5
| 447 students
Rank: #33.
Caprock Academy
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
714 24 1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 243-1771
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 243-1771
Grades: K-12
| 895 students
Rank: #44.
Pomona Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
588 25-1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-4990
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-4990
Grades: PK-5
| 393 students
Rank: #55.
West Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
123 W Orchard Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-5090
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-5090
Grades: 6-8
| 460 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mesa Valley Enrichment Program
Charter School
609 25 Rd.
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-7202
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-7202
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 81505, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81505, CO include Mesa Valley Community School, Appleton Elementary School and Caprock Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81505?
6 public elementary schools are located in 81505.
What is the racial composition of students in 81505?
81505 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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