Grand Mesa Youth Services Center serves 10 students in grades 5-12.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Mesa Youth Services Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Grand Mesa Youth Services Center's student population of 10 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Grand Mesa Youth Services Center is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
40%
36%
Black
20%
5%
White
40%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Grand Mesa Youth Services Center?
10 students attend Grand Mesa Youth Services Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Grand Mesa Youth Services Center students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, and 20% of students are Black.
What grades does Grand Mesa Youth Services Center offer ?
Grand Mesa Youth Services Center offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Grand Mesa Youth Services Center part of?
Grand Mesa Youth Services Center is part of Mesa County Valley School District No. 51.
In what neighborhood is Grand Mesa Youth Services Center located?
Grand Mesa Youth Services Center is located in the Pear Park neighborhood of Grand Junction, CO. There are 1 other public schools located in Pear Park.
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