Top 5 Best 81501 Colorado Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 2,679 students in 81501, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81501, CO are Tope Elementary School, Dual Immersion Academy School and Orchard Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81501 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81501, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81501, CO Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tope Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2220 N 7th St
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-7070
Grades: PK-5
| 365 students
Rank: #22.
Dual Immersion Academy School
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
552 A West Main Street
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-6070
Grades: PK-5
| 300 students
Rank: #33.
Orchard Avenue Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1800 Orchard Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-7560
Grades: PK-5
| 337 students
Rank: #44.
East Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
830 Gunnison Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-5020
Grades: 6-8
| 427 students
Rank: #55.
Chipeta Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
950 Chipeta Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-6825
Grades: PK-5
| 375 students
Rank: #66.
Grand River Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
600 N 14th St
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-5343
Grades: K-12
| 508 students
Rank: #77.
Nisley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
543 28-3/4 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-5900
Grades: PK-5
| 349 students
Rank: n/an/a
Grand Mesa Youth Services Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
360 28 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 242-8445
Grades: 5-12
| 18 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 81501 Colorado

81501, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
624 N 9th St
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-6825
Grades: PK-5
| 163 students
2115 Grand Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-6600
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Grand Mesa Youth Services Center (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
Magnet School
360 28 Rd
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(303) 866-6600
Grades: 5-12
| n/a students
410 Hill Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-5400
Grades: PK
| n/a students
310 N 7th St
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 242-4350
Grades: 9-12
| 46 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 81501, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81501, CO include Tope Elementary School, Dual Immersion Academy School and Orchard Avenue Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81501?
8 public elementary schools are located in 81501.
What is the racial composition of students in 81501?
81501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

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