Best 81505 Colorado Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,049 students in 81505, CO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 81505, CO are Mesa Valley Community School and Caprock Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 81505 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 81505, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 81505 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Caprock Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81505, CO Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mesa Valley Community School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
609 25 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 254-7202
Gr: 6-12 | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Caprock Academy
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
714 24 1/2 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81505
(970) 243-1771
Gr: K-12 | 871 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 81505, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 81505, CO include Mesa Valley Community School and Caprock Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 81505?
2 public high schools are located in 81505.
What is the racial composition of students in 81505?
81505 public high schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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