Best Schools in 81520, CO
81520, CO has a total of 10 schools including 2 high schools, 2 middle schools and 6 elementary schools. A total of 6,249 students attend 81520, CO schools. On average, schools in 81520 score 24% on their proficiency tests, and we project an average score of 25% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, schools in 81520 meet expectations.
Best High Schools in 81520, CO
81520, CO has 2 high schools with 2,738 students. Below are the top high schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, high schools in 81520 score 33% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 32% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in 81520 meet expectations.
1. Palisade High School
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Mesa County Valley School District No. 51 • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1125 Students
2. Central High School
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Mesa County Valley School District No. 51 • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1613 Students
Best Middle Schools in 81520, CO
81520, CO has 2 middle schools with 1,092 students. Below are the top middle schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, middle schools in 81520 score 20% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 21% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in 81520 meet expectations.
1. Mount Garfield Middle School
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Mesa County Valley School District No. 51 • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 581 Students
2. Grand Mesa Middle School
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Mesa County Valley School District No. 51 • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 511 Students
Best Elementary Schools in 81520, CO
81520, CO has 6 elementary schools with 2,419 students. Below are the top elementary schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, elementary schools in 81520 score 22% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 25% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in 81520 don't meet expectations.
1. Taylor Elementary School
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Mesa County Valley School District No. 51 • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 321 Students
2. Chatfield Elementary School
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Mesa County Valley School District No. 51 • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 401 Students
3. Fruitvale Elementary School
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Mesa County Valley School District No. 51 • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 412 Students
4. Thunder Mountain Elementary School
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Mesa County Valley School District No. 51 • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 443 Students
5. Clifton Elementary School
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Mesa County Valley School District No. 51 • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 373 Students
6. Rocky Mountain Elementary School
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Mesa County Valley School District No. 51 • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 469 Students
Education & Community Snapshot in 81520, CO
Zip-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.
Community Factors
81520, CO has a total population of 13,990 with 23% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 83%, and 14% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Students in 81520, CO
K-12 Students
High School Graduates
Adults 25+ with HS diplomas
College Graduates
Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood 81520, CO.
Safety
Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.
Overall Crime Grade
29.35 per 1,000 Residents
Violent Crime Grade
5.25 per 1,000 Residents
Property Crime Grade
24.11 per 1,000 Residents
Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in 81520, CO.
Connectivity
Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for 81520, CO.
ISP Report Card
Internet Infrastructure Grade
Average Download Speed
Speed Most Residents Can Get
Digital Connectivity Index
ISP Connectivity Demand Report
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