For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 834 students in 81505, CO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 81505, CO are Appleton Elementary School and Pomona Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 81505 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 81505, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81505, CO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Appleton Elementary School
(Math: 51% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 81505, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 81505, CO include Appleton Elementary School and Pomona Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 81505?
2 public preschools are located in 81505.
What is the racial composition of students in 81505?
81505 public preschools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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