For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,518 students in 81501, CO.
The top-ranked public high schools in 81501, CO are Grand Junction High School, Grand River Academy and R-5 High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 81501 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Colorado public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 81501, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 81501 have a Graduation Rate of 66%, which is less than the Colorado average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Grand Junction High School, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Colorado or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81501, CO Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Grand Junction High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1400 N 5th St
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-6900
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-6900
Gr: 9-12 | 1,832 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Grand River Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 N 14th St
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-5343
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-5343
Gr: K-12 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
R-5 High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
455 N. 22nd St.ste. B
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-6880
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-6880
Gr: 9-12 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
Grand Mesa Youth Services Center
Alternative School
360 28 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 242-8445
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 242-8445
Gr: 5-12 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 81501, CO?
The top-ranked public high schools in 81501, CO include Grand Junction High School, Grand River Academy and R-5 High School.
How many public high schools are located in 81501?
4 public high schools are located in 81501.
What is the racial composition of students in 81501?
81501 public high schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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