Very Good
#627 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 35% in state
Mesa View Elementary School
Elementary School · Mesa County Valley School District No. 51
2967 B ROAD, Grand Junction, CO 81503
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#627 of 1,815
In Grand Junction
#8 of 32
public schools
In district
#9 of 43
Mesa County Valley School District No. 51
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Mesa View Elementary School
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About Mesa View Elementary School
Mesa View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Grand Junction, CO, part of Mesa County Valley School District No. 51. Mesa View Elementary School serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mesa View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #627 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Mesa View Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Mesa View 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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Mesa View Elementary School — Students at Mesa View Elementary School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
56.6%
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: 7.3/10.
How Mesa View Elementary School Compares
See how Mesa View 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
2967 B ROAD, Grand Junction, CO 81503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mesa View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Emerson School at Columbus (rated 8.0/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Chatfield Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 3.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Grand Junction, see our Grand Junction schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School Grand Junction | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Pear Park Elementary School Grand Junction | 2.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Grand Mesa Youth Services Center Grand Junction | 2.3 mi | — |
| Career Center Preschool Grand Junction | 3.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Orchard Mesa Middle School Grand Junction | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Bookcliff Middle School Grand Junction | 3.4 mi | 4.1 |
| PEAR PARK BAPTIST SCHOOL Grand Junction | 3.4 mi | — |
| Nisley Elementary School Grand Junction | 3.6 mi | 4.0 |
| R-5 High School Grand Junction | 3.3 mi | 4.7 |
| LANDMARK BAPTIST SCHOOL Grand Junction | 3.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Chatfield Elementary School Grand Junction | 3.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Dos Rios Elementary School Grand Junction | 3.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Fruitvale Elementary School Grand Junction | 3.9 mi | 5.0 |
| New Emerson School at Columbus Grand Junction | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Grand River Academy Grand Junction | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Central High School Grand Junction | 4.1 mi | 5.3 |
| LIFE ACADEMY Grand Junction | 4.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Grand Mesa Middle School Grand Junction | 4.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Rocky Mountain Elementary School Clifton | 3.9 mi | 5.2 |
| LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL OF MESSIAH Grand Junction | 4.0 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,681
Median Home Value
$307,600
Median Rent
$1,015/mo
Population
16,132
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
78.1%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
40.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mesa View Elementary School
What grades does Mesa View Elementary School serve?
Mesa View Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Mesa View Elementary School?
Mesa View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mesa View Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mesa View Elementary School is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mesa View Elementary School rank in CO?
Mesa View Elementary School ranks #627 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Mesa View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mesa View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Mesa View Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mesa View Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Mesa View Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mesa View Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mesa View Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mesa View Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mesa View Elementary School?
56.6% of students at Mesa View 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 56.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Mesa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.7%
- Phone
- (970) 254-7970
Resources & Links
District
Mesa County Valley School District No. 51- District Enrollment
- 20,078
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,834
- District Rank
- #9 of 43
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