Serving 496 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Garnet Mesa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 29% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garnet Mesa Elementary School's student population of 496 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
496 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Caring, Challenging, and Learning, Every Student, Every Day
School Mascot
Panther
School Rankings
Garnet Mesa Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Garnet Mesa Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1003 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
34%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
61%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garnet Mesa Elementary School's ranking?
Garnet Mesa Elementary School is ranked #1003 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Garnet Mesa Elementary School often compared to?
Garnet Mesa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Cedaredge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Garnet Mesa Elementary School?
496 students attend Garnet Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Garnet Mesa Elementary School students are White, 34% 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 Garnet Mesa Elementary School?
Garnet Mesa Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Garnet Mesa Elementary School offer ?
Garnet Mesa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garnet Mesa Elementary School part of?
Garnet Mesa Elementary School is part of Delta County Joint District No. 50 School District.
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