Best Schools in Collbran, Colorado
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Collbran by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Plateau Valley High School
High · Plateau Valley School District No. 50 in the County of Mesa. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Plateau Valley Elementary School
Elementary · Plateau Valley School District No. 50 in the County of Mesa. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Plateau Valley Junior High School
Middle · Plateau Valley School District No. 50 in the County of Mesa. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Collbran for 2026 are Plateau Valley High School (7.7/10), Plateau Valley Elementary School (6.8/10), and Plateau Valley Junior High School (4.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$467,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$467,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Collbran
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plateau Valley High School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Plateau Valley Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Plateau Valley Junior High School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Grand Mesa High School | 4.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $89,900
- Median home value
- $467,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Collbran compares
Colorado rank
#65 of 125
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Colorado avg (6.2)
Median household income
$90k
104% of Colorado median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Collbran, Colorado
Collbran, Colorado is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Collbran show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Collbran is Plateau Valley High School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Collbran is served by 1 school district: Plateau Valley School District No. 50 in the county of Mesa. These districts collectively serve 309 students.
Collbran's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $89,900. The poverty rate in the area is 24.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 145 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 43 students · 7th–8th | 4.8 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 78 students · 9th–12th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 43 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 |
Schools in Collbran
Collbran, Colorado · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$89,900
Median Home Value
$467,300
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
1,487
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
88%
Poverty Rate
24.1%
Community Profile
Collbran has a median household income of $89,900. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $467,300, with a median rent of $1,563/month. The area has a poverty rate of 24.1%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Colorado
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Collbran, Colorado
How many schools are in Collbran, Colorado?
Collbran has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Collbran, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Collbran is 6.0 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Collbran, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Collbran on MySchoolScout is Plateau Valley High School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Collbran, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Collbran on MySchoolScout is Plateau Valley Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Collbran, Colorado?
The top-ranked middle school in Collbran on MySchoolScout is Plateau Valley Junior High School with a composite score of 4.8/10.
What is the best high school in Collbran, Colorado?
The top-ranked high school in Collbran on MySchoolScout is Plateau Valley High School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Collbran, Colorado?
Collbran is served by 1 school district: Plateau Valley School District No. 50 in the County of Mesa.
What is the education level in Collbran, Colorado?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Collbran have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Collbran, Colorado?
The median household income in Collbran is approximately $89,900 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Collbran, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Collbran is 17.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Collbran, Colorado?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Colorado Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.