For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,575 students in 81416, CO (there are 2 private schools, serving 36 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 81416, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 81416, CO are Delta Academy Of Applied Learning, Delta High School and Vision Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 81416 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81416, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81416, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Delta Academy Of Applied Learning
Alternative School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
822 Grand Ave
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-0835
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-0835
Gr: 5-8 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Delta High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1400 Pioneer Road
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8031
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8031
Gr: 9-12 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Vision Charter Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1080 Pioneer Rd
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8226
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8226
Gr: K-12 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1050 Hastings
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-3700
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-3700
Gr: K-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Garnet Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 A Street
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8003
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8003
Gr: K-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #66.
Delta Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
910 Grand Avenue
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8046
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8046
Gr: 6-8 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #77.
Grand Mesa Choice Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
822 Grand Avenue
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-2753
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-2753
Gr: 7-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
822 Grand Avenue
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-9517
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-9517
Gr: PK | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 188:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 81416, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 81416, CO include Delta Academy Of Applied Learning, Delta High School and Vision Charter Academy.
How many public schools are located in 81416?
8 public schools are located in 81416.
What percentage of students in 81416 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 81416 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 81416?
81416 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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