For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 392 students in 81502, CO.
The top ranked public school in 81502, CO is Juniper Ridge Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 81502 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81502, CO have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81502, CO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Juniper Ridge Community School
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
640 24 1/2 Rd
Grand Junction, CO 81502
(970) 639-0884
Grand Junction, CO 81502
(970) 639-0884
Gr: K-8 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 81502, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 81502, CO include Juniper Ridge Community School.
How many public schools are located in 81502?
1 public schools are located in 81502.
What is the racial composition of students in 81502?
81502 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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