Serving 560 students in grades 6-8, Orchard Mesa Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Orchard Mesa Middle School serves the eastern part of Grand Junction, CO, covering an area of approximately 213.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 22.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Orchard Mesa Middle School's student population of 560 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
560 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Orchard Mesa Middle 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 Orchard Mesa Middle School is 0.45, 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
#1350 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
25%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
70%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orchard Mesa Middle School's ranking?
Orchard Mesa Middle School is ranked #1350 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Orchard Mesa Middle School often compared to?
Orchard Mesa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grand Mesa Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Orchard Mesa Middle School?
560 students attend Orchard Mesa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Orchard Mesa Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Orchard Mesa Middle School?
Orchard Mesa Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Orchard Mesa Middle School offer ?
Orchard Mesa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Orchard Mesa Middle School part of?
Orchard Mesa Middle School is part of Mesa County Valley School District No. 51.
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