For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,118 students in 81521, CO (there are 1 private school, serving 11 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 81521, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 81521, CO are Monument View Montessori Charter School, Monument Ridge Elementary School and Fruita Monument High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 81521 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81521, CO have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81521, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monument View Montessori Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1956 Hwy 6 And 50 Building A
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 858-3798
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 858-3798
Gr: PK-3 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Monument Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1501 K.4 Rd
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-5100
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Fruita Monument High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1102 Wildcat Ave
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6600
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,427 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Shelledy Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
353 North Mesa
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6460
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6460
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #55.
Rim Rock Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1810 J 6 Road
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6770
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6770
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #66.
Fruita Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1835 J Rd
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6570
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6570
Gr: 6-8 | 690 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 81521, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 81521, CO include Monument View Montessori Charter School, Monument Ridge Elementary School and Fruita Monument High School.
How many public schools are located in 81521?
6 public schools are located in 81521.
What percentage of students in 81521 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 81521 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 81521?
81521 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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