For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,651 students in 81416, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81416, CO are Delta Academy Of Applied Learning, Garnet Mesa Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81416 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81416, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81416, CO Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Delta Academy Of Applied Learning
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
822 Grand Ave
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-0835
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-0835
Grades: 5-8
| 25 students
Rank: #22.
Garnet Mesa Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 A Street
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8003
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8003
Grades: K-5
| 488 students
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1050 Hastings
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-3700
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-3700
Grades: K-5
| 444 students
Rank: #44.
Delta Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
910 Grand Avenue
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8046
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8046
Grades: 6-8
| 508 students
Rank: n/an/a
Delta Online Learning Academy
Magnet School
1080 Pioneer Road
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-6505
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-6505
Grades: 6-12
| 14 students
Rank: n/an/a
Vision Charter Academy K-8
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
263 Main Street Unit 1
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8336
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8336
Grades: K-8
| 172 students
81416, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1765 Highway 50
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-7671
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-7671
Grades: 6-12
| 12 students
822 Grand Avenue
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-2753
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-2753
Grades: K-12
| 16 students
North Fork Vision School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
7655 2075
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-4438
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-4438
Grades: PK-12
| 122 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 81416, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81416, CO include Delta Academy Of Applied Learning, Garnet Mesa Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81416?
6 public elementary schools are located in 81416.
What is the racial composition of students in 81416?
81416 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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