Below Average
#1460 of 1,815 schools in CO
Grand Mesa High School
High School · Plateau Valley School District No. 50 in the county of Mesa
56600 HIGHWAY 330, Collbran, CO 81624
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
21.5:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,460 of 1,815
In Collbran
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Plateau Valley School District No. 50 in the county of Mesa
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Grand Mesa High School
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About Grand Mesa High School
Grand Mesa High School is a public high school in Collbran, CO, part of Plateau Valley School District No. 50 in the county of Mesa. Grand Mesa High School serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Grand Mesa High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,460 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Grand Mesa High School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- CO avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, Grand Mesa High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Grand Mesa High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Grand Mesa High School runs 21.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Grand Mesa High School — Students at Grand Mesa High School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 20 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Grand Mesa High School Compares
See how Grand Mesa High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
56600 HIGHWAY 330, Collbran, CO 81624
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grand Mesa High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Plateau Valley High School (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cedaredge High School (rated 7.3/10, 24.0 miles away, in nearby Cedaredge), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Palisade High School (rated 6.8/10, 22.9 miles away, in nearby Palisade), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Collbran, see our Collbran schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Plateau Valley Elementary School Collbran | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Plateau Valley High School Collbran | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Plateau Valley Junior High School Collbran | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Bea Underwood Elementary School Parachute | 13.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Grand Valley Middle School Parachute | 14.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Grand Valley High School Parachute | 14.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Grand Valley Center for Family Learning Parachute | 15.4 mi | 5.7 |
| De Beque PK-12 School District 49JT De Beque | 14.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Cedaredge Elementary School Cedaredge | 23.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Cedaredge High School Cedaredge | 24.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Cedaredge Middle School Cedaredge | 24.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Rifle Middle School Rifle | 23.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Rifle High School Rifle | 23.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Highland Elementary School Rifle | 23.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Graham Mesa Elementary School Rifle | 24.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Wamsley Elementary School Rifle | 24.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Taylor Elementary School Palisade | 22.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Palisade High School Palisade | 22.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Cactus Valley Elementary School Silt | 27.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Mount Garfield Middle School Clifton | 25.1 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81624 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,900
Median Home Value
$467,300
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
1,487
College Educated
21.3%
Homeownership
87.7%
Poverty Rate
24.1%
Median Age
43.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grand Mesa High School
What grades does Grand Mesa High School serve?
Grand Mesa High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Grand Mesa High School?
Grand Mesa High School has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grand Mesa High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Grand Mesa High School is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grand Mesa High School rank in CO?
Grand Mesa High School ranks #1,460 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Grand Mesa High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Grand Mesa High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Grand Mesa High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grand Mesa High School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Grand Mesa High School a charter school?
No, Grand Mesa High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grand Mesa High School a Title I school?
No, Grand Mesa High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Mesa County
- Phone
- (970) 487-3576
- 4-Year Graduation
- 22.0%
Resources & Links
District
Plateau Valley School District No. 50 in the county of Mesa- District Enrollment
- 309
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,245
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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