For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,103 students in 81505, CO.
The top ranked public high schools in 81505, CO are Mesa Valley Community School and Caprock Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 81505 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 52% statewide average). High schools in 81505, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 81505 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Caprock Academy, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81505, CO Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mesa Valley Community School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
609 25 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-7202
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-7202
Grades: K-12
| 204 students
Rank: #22.
Caprock Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
714 24 1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 243-1771
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 243-1771
Grades: K-12
| 899 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 81505, CO?
The top ranked public high schools in 81505, CO include Mesa Valley Community School and Caprock Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 81505?
2 public high schools are located in 81505.
What is the racial composition of students in 81505?
81505 public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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