For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 948 students in 81504, CO.
The top-ranked public charter school in 81504, CO is Independence Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 81504 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Colorado public charter school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 48% statewide average). Charter schools in 81504, CO have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public charter school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81504, CO Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Independence Academy
Charter School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
675 29 Rd
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6850
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(970) 254-6850
Gr: PK-8 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Ascent Classical Academy Of Grand Junction
Charter School
545 31 Road
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(720) 541-9809
Grand Junction, CO 81504
(720) 541-9809
Gr: K-9 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 81504, CO?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 81504, CO include Independence Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 81504?
2 public charter schools are located in 81504.
What is the racial composition of students in 81504?
81504 public charter schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public charter schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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