For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,200 students in 81521, CO.
The top ranked public middle schools in 81521, CO are Fruita 8/9 School and Fruita Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 81521 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 81521, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81521, CO Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fruita 8/9 School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1835 J Road
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6720
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6720
Grades: 8-9
| 704 students
Rank: #22.
Fruita Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
239 N Maple
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6570
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6570
Grades: 6-7
| 496 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 81521, CO?
The top ranked public middle schools in 81521, CO include Fruita 8/9 School and Fruita Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 81521?
2 public middle schools are located in 81521.
What is the racial composition of students in 81521?
81521 public middle schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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