Best Schools in Fruita, Colorado
7 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Fruita by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Monument Ridge Elementary School
Elementary · Mesa County Valley School District No. 51. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Fruita Monument High School
High · Mesa County Valley School District No. 51. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Shelledy Elementary School
Elementary · Mesa County Valley School District No. 51. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Fruita for 2026 are Monument Ridge Elementary School (8.8/10), Fruita Monument High School (6.6/10), and Shelledy Elementary School (6.0/10), 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.
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$385,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$385,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fruita
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Monument Ridge Elementary School | 8.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Fruita Monument High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Shelledy Elementary School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Rim Rock Elementary School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 5 | Fruita Middle School | 4.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Fruita 8/9 School | 4.1 / 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
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $82,632
- Median home value
- $385,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 32%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
14% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fruita compares
Colorado rank
#88 of 125
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Colorado avg (6.2)
Median household income
$83k
96% of Colorado median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Fruita, Colorado
Fruita, Colorado is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Fruita 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 Fruita is Monument Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fruita is served by 2 school districts: State Charter School Institute, Mesa County Valley School District No. 51. These districts collectively serve 39,671 students.
Fruita's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,632. The poverty rate in the area is 3.3%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 312 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.8 |
| 2 | 398 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 |
| 3 | 330 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.6 |
| 4 | 52 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 459 students · 6th–7th | 4.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,273 students · 10th–12th | 6.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 591 students · 8th–9th | 4.1 |
Schools in Fruita
Fruita, Colorado · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$82,632
Median Home Value
$385,300
Median Rent
$1,249/mo
Population
16,861
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Community Profile
Fruita has a median household income of $82,632. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $385,300, with a median rent of $1,249/month. The local poverty rate of 3.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Colorado
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Fruita, Colorado
How many schools are in Fruita, Colorado?
Fruita has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fruita, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fruita 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 Fruita, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Fruita on MySchoolScout is Monument Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fruita, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fruita on MySchoolScout is Monument Ridge Elementary School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Fruita, Colorado?
The top-ranked middle school in Fruita on MySchoolScout is Fruita Middle School with a composite score of 4.4/10.
What is the best high school in Fruita, Colorado?
The top-ranked high school in Fruita on MySchoolScout is Fruita Monument High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Fruita, Colorado?
Fruita is served by 2 school districts: State Charter School Institute, Mesa County Valley School District No. 51.
What is the education level in Fruita, Colorado?
According to Census data, 32% of adults in Fruita have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fruita, Colorado?
The median household income in Fruita is approximately $82,632 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fruita, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fruita is 17.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fruita, 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.