5.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Rifle, Colorado

5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 5

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.3/10
Median household income: $81,506
Median home value: $397,100
Bachelor's degree or higher: 17%
Avg commute: 32 min
Owner-occupied homes: 76%

How Rifle compares

Colorado rank

#112 of 125

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.0

below Colorado avg (6.3)

Median household income

$82k

94% of Colorado median

Schools in this city

About Schools in Rifle, Colorado

Rifle, Colorado is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Rifle show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Rifle is Rifle High School with a composite score of 6.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Rifle is served by 1 school district: Garfield School District No. Re-2. These districts collectively serve 4,786 students.

Rifle's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $81,506. The poverty rate in the area is 7.6%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Graham Mesa Elementary School 427 students · Pre-K–5th	427	Pre-K–5th	5.1
2	Highland Elementary School 418 students · Pre-K–5th	418	Pre-K–5th	5.0
3	Wamsley Elementary School 402 students · Pre-K–5th	402	Pre-K–5th	4.1

Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Rifle Middle School 586 students · 6th–8th	586	6th–8th	6.1

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Rifle High School 839 students · 9th–12th	839	9th–12th	6.2

Schools in Rifle

Rifle, Colorado · 5 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$81,506

Median Home Value

$397,100

Median Rent

$1,236/mo

Population

14,071

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

7.6%

Community Profile

Rifle has a median household income of $81,506. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $397,100, with a median rent of $1,236/month. The local poverty rate of 7.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Colorado
Total Schools: 5
Elementary: 3
Middle: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.3/10

Resources

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School District

Garfield School District No. Re-2

10 schools · 4,786 students

Nearby Cities

Silt (1 school)

6 mi

New Castle (6 schools)

12 mi

Parachute (4 schools)

16 mi

Collbran (4 schools)

24 mi

Glenwood Springs (8 schools)

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Rifle, Colorado

How many schools are in Rifle, Colorado?

Rifle has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Rifle, Colorado?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Rifle is 5.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Rifle, Colorado?

The top-ranked school in Rifle on MySchoolScout is Rifle High School with a composite score of 6.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Rifle, Colorado?

The top-ranked elementary school in Rifle on MySchoolScout is Graham Mesa Elementary School with a composite score of 5.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Rifle, Colorado?

The top-ranked middle school in Rifle on MySchoolScout is Rifle Middle School with a composite score of 6.1/10.

What is the best high school in Rifle, Colorado?

The top-ranked high school in Rifle on MySchoolScout is Rifle High School with a composite score of 6.2/10.

How many school districts serve Rifle, Colorado?

Rifle is served by 1 school district: Garfield School District No. Re-2.

What is the education level in Rifle, Colorado?

According to Census data, 17% of adults in Rifle have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Rifle, Colorado?

The median household income in Rifle is approximately $81,506 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Rifle is 16.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Rifle, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.