For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,238 students in 81507, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 81507, CO are Scenic Elementary School, Wingate Elementary School and Redlands Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 81507 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 81507, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81507, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scenic Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
451 West Scenic Dr
Grand Junction, CO 81507
(970) 254-6370
Grand Junction, CO 81507
(970) 254-6370
Gr: K-5 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Wingate Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
351 South Camp Road
Grand Junction, CO 81507
(970) 254-4960
Grand Junction, CO 81507
(970) 254-4960
Gr: PK-5 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Redlands Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2200 Broadway
Grand Junction, CO 81507
(970) 254-7000
Grand Junction, CO 81507
(970) 254-7000
Gr: 6-8 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 81507, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 81507, CO include Scenic Elementary School, Wingate Elementary School and Redlands Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 81507?
3 public elementary schools are located in 81507.
What is the racial composition of students in 81507?
81507 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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