For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 840 students in 81505, CO.
The top ranked public preschools in 81505, CO are Appleton Elementary School and Pomona Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 81505 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 81505, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81505, CO Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Appleton Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2358 H Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-6400
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-6400
Grades: PK-5
| 447 students
Rank: #22.
Pomona Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
588 25-1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-4990
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-4990
Grades: PK-5
| 393 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 81505, CO?
The top ranked public preschools in 81505, CO include Appleton Elementary School and Pomona Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 81505?
2 public preschools are located in 81505.
What is the racial composition of students in 81505?
81505 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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