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#1097 of 1,815 schools in CO
Garnet Mesa Elementary School
Elementary School · Delta County Joint District No. 50
600 A STREET, Delta, CO 81416
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
496
Student-Teacher
17.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,097 of 1,815
In Delta
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#11 of 16
Delta County Joint District No. 50
Equity
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Garnet Mesa Elementary School
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About Garnet Mesa Elementary School
Garnet Mesa Elementary School is a public elementary school in Delta, CO, part of Delta County Joint District No. 50. Garnet Mesa Elementary School serves approximately 496 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Garnet Mesa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,097 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Garnet Mesa Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Garnet Mesa Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Garnet Mesa Elementary School — Students at Garnet Mesa Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.7/10.
How Garnet Mesa Elementary School Compares
See how Garnet Mesa Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
600 A STREET, Delta, CO 81416
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garnet Mesa Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vision Charter Academy K-8 (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cedaredge Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Cedaredge), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lincoln Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Delta, see our Delta schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Elementary School Delta | 0.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Backpack Early Learning Academy Delta | 0.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Delta Academy of Applied Learning Delta | 0.5 mi | — |
| Delta Middle School Delta | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL & TINY TREASURES Delta | 0.5 mi | — |
| DELTA SDA SCHOOL Delta | 0.6 mi | — |
| Grand Mesa Choice Academy Delta | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Vision Charter Academy Delta | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Vision Charter Academy K-8 Delta | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Delta High School Delta | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Olathe Elementary School Olathe | 9.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Olathe Middle/High School Olathe | 10.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Cedaredge Middle School Cedaredge | 12.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Cedaredge High School Cedaredge | 13.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Cedaredge Elementary School Cedaredge | 13.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Oak Grove Elementary School Montrose | 20.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Peak Virtual Academy Montrose | 20.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Northside Elementary School Montrose | 20.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Black Canyon High School Montrose | 20.8 mi | — |
| Montrose High School Montrose | 20.9 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81416 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,174
Median Home Value
$282,500
Median Rent
$1,043/mo
Population
14,219
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
68.2%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
16%
Median Age
43.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alamosa Elementary School K-2 Alamosa, CO | 5.7 |
| Dalton Elementary School Aurora, CO | 5.7 |
| Hotchkiss Elementary School Hotchkiss, CO | 5.7 |
| Lawrence Elementary School Arvada, CO | 5.7 |
| SOUTHEAST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Parker, CO | 5.7 |
| Alamosa Elementary School 3-5 Alamosa, CO | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garnet Mesa Elementary School
What grades does Garnet Mesa Elementary School serve?
Garnet Mesa Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Garnet Mesa Elementary School?
Garnet Mesa Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 496 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garnet Mesa Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garnet Mesa Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garnet Mesa Elementary School rank in CO?
Garnet Mesa Elementary School ranks #1,097 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Garnet Mesa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garnet Mesa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Garnet Mesa Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garnet Mesa Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Garnet Mesa Elementary School a charter school?
No, Garnet Mesa Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garnet Mesa Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Garnet Mesa Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garnet Mesa Elementary School?
67.5% of students at Garnet Mesa Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 496
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Delta County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.5%
- Phone
- (970) 874-8003
Resources & Links
District
Delta County Joint District No. 50- District Enrollment
- 4,489
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,843
- District Rank
- #11 of 16
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