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Best 81503 Colorado Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 560 students in 81503, CO.
The top-ranked public middle school in 81503, CO is Orchard Mesa Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 81503 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Colorado public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 43% statewide average). Middle schools in 81503, CO have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81503, CO Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Orchard Mesa Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2736 Unaweep Ave #a
Grand Junction, CO 81503
(970) 254-6320
Gr: 6-8 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 81503, CO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 81503, CO include Orchard Mesa Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 81503?
1 public middle schools are located in 81503.
What is the racial composition of students in 81503?
81503 public middle schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public middle schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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