5.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Delta, Colorado

11 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 9

Private: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.5/10

Estimated Scores: 25%

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Use this page to compare every school in Delta by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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High · Delta County Joint District No. 50. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Elementary · Delta County Joint District No. 50. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Delta for 2026 are Delta High School (7.0/10), Vision Charter Academy (6.0/10), and Garnet Mesa Elementary School (5.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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.

Top-Rated Schools in Delta

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Delta High School	7.0 / 10	High	—	64th
2	Vision Charter Academy	6.0 / 10	High	—	46th
3	Garnet Mesa Elementary School	5.7 / 10	Elementary	—	40th
4	Lincoln Elementary School	5.5 / 10	Elementary	—	37th
5	Delta Middle School	5.2 / 10	Middle	—	31th
6	Grand Mesa Choice Academy	4.3 / 10	High	—	16th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.5/10
Median household income: $52,174
Median home value: $282,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 19%
Avg commute: 23 min
Owner-occupied homes: 68%

How Delta compares

Colorado rank

#87 of 125

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.8

below Colorado avg (6.2)

Median household income

$52k

60% of Colorado median

Schools in this city

8

About Schools in Delta, Colorado

Delta, Colorado is home to 11 schools, including 9 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Delta 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 Delta is Delta High School with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Delta is served by 1 school district: Delta County Joint District No. 50. These districts collectively serve 4,489 students.

Delta's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $52,174. The poverty rate in the area is 16.0%.

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.

Filter by Level: All Levels (11) Elementary (5) Middle (2) High (3)

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Filter by Rating: All Ratings (11) Academics (8) Growth (6) Diversity (6) Resources (8)

Filter by ZIP: 81416 (11)

Elementary Schools

5 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Vision Charter Academy K-8 195 students · Kindergarten–8th	195	Kindergarten–8th	7.0
2	Garnet Mesa Elementary School 496 students · Kindergarten–5th	496	Kindergarten–5th	5.7
3	Lincoln Elementary School 412 students · Kindergarten–5th	412	Kindergarten–5th	5.5
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Redeemer Lutheran School & Tiny Treasures Private 17 students · Pre-K–4th	17	Pre-K–4th	—
2	Delta Sda School Private 11 students · Kindergarten–7th	11	Kindergarten–7th	—

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Delta Middle School 497 students · 6th–8th	497	6th–8th	5.2
2	Delta Academy of Applied Learning 25 students · 5th–8th	25	5th–8th	—

High Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Delta High School 616 students · 9th–12th	616	9th–12th	7.0
2	Vision Charter Academy 100 students · 9th–12th	100	9th–12th	6.0
3	Grand Mesa Choice Academy 95 students · 7th–12th	95	7th–12th	4.3

Other Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Backpack Early Learning Academy 176 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	176	Pre-K–Pre-K	3.1

Schools in Delta

Delta, Colorado · 11 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$52,174

Median Home Value

$282,500

Median Rent

$1,043/mo

Population

14,219

College Educated

19%

Homeownership

68%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

16.0%

Community Profile

Delta has a median household income of $52,174. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $282,500, with a median rent of $1,043/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.0%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Colorado
Elementary: 5
Middle: 2
High: 3
Other: 1

Resources

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School District

Delta County Joint District No. 50

17 schools · 4,489 students

Nearby Cities

Olathe (2 schools)

10 mi

Cedaredge (3 schools)

13 mi

Montrose (14 schools)

21 mi

Hotchkiss (2 schools)

Grand Junction (27 schools)

34 mi

Nucla (2 schools)

41 mi

Other Major Cities in Colorado

Top metros statewide by school count.

Denver 277 schools Colorado Springs 197 schools Aurora 115 schools Lakewood 54 schools Fort Collins 53 schools

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Delta, Colorado

How many schools are in Delta, Colorado?

Delta has 11 schools, including 9 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Delta, Colorado?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Delta is 5.5 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 Delta, Colorado?

The top-ranked school in Delta on MySchoolScout is Delta High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Delta, Colorado?

The top-ranked elementary school in Delta on MySchoolScout is Garnet Mesa Elementary School with a composite score of 5.7/10.

What is the best middle school in Delta, Colorado?

The top-ranked middle school in Delta on MySchoolScout is Delta Middle School with a composite score of 5.2/10.

What is the best high school in Delta, Colorado?

The top-ranked high school in Delta on MySchoolScout is Delta High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.

How many school districts serve Delta, Colorado?

Delta is served by 1 school district: Delta County Joint District No. 50.

What is the education level in Delta, Colorado?

According to Census data, 19% of adults in Delta have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Delta, Colorado?

The median household income in Delta is approximately $52,174 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Delta, Colorado?

Yes, Delta has 2 private schools alongside 9 public schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Delta, Colorado?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Delta is 32.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Delta, 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.