Serving 1,427 students in grades 9-12, Fruita Monument High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fruita Monument High School serves the northwest part of its school district in Fruita, CO, encompassing an area of approximately 1,016.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 31.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fruita Monument High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Fruita Monument High School's student population of 1,427 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,427 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fruita Monument High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fruita Monument High School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#550 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
33%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
82.7%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fruita Monument High School's ranking?
Fruita Monument High School is ranked #550 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Fruita Monument High School often compared to?
Fruita Monument High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Junction High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fruita Monument High School?
The graduation rate of Fruita Monument High School is 92%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82.7%.
How many students attend Fruita Monument High School?
1,427 students attend Fruita Monument High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Fruita Monument High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fruita Monument High School?
Fruita Monument High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fruita Monument High School offer ?
Fruita Monument High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fruita Monument High School part of?
Fruita Monument High School is part of Mesa County Valley School District No. 51.
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