For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,184 students in 81507, CO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81507, CO are Scenic Elementary School, Wingate Elementary School and Redlands Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81507 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81507, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81507, CO Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Scenic Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
451 West Scenic Dr
Grand Junction, CO 81507
(970) 254-6370
Grand Junction, CO 81507
(970) 254-6370
Grades: K-5
| 267 students
Rank: #22.
Wingate Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
351 South Camp Road
Grand Junction, CO 81507
(970) 254-4960
Grand Junction, CO 81507
(970) 254-4960
Grades: PK-5
| 379 students
Rank: #33.
Redlands Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2200 Broadway
Grand Junction, CO 81507
(970) 254-7000
Grand Junction, CO 81507
(970) 254-7000
Grades: 6-8
| 538 students
81507, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2248 Broadway
Grand Junction, CO 81507
(970) 254-6393
Grand Junction, CO 81507
(970) 254-6393
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 81507, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 81507, CO include Scenic Elementary School, Wingate Elementary School and Redlands Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81507?
3 public elementary schools are located in 81507.
What is the racial composition of students in 81507?
81507 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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