Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Engage, Equip, and Empower. Each and every student, each and every day!
School Rankings
Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#700 out of 1748 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
27%
37%
Black
n/a
5%
White
70%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mesa County Valley School District No. 51
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School is ranked #700 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School?
289 students attend Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School?
Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School is part of Mesa County Valley School District No. 51.
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