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Outer Range
School · Montrose County School District Re-1J
930 COLORADO AVE, Montrose, CO 81403
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
83
Student-Teacher
20.8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Equity
7.1 / 10
Strong
About Outer Range
Outer Range is a public school in Montrose, CO, part of the Montrose County School District Re-1J. The school serves approximately 83 students in grades Pre-K – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.8:1. Students demonstrate 44% in reading/language arts, 1 points below the state average.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $73,636, where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 83 students, Outer Range is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Outer Range is 20.8:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 83 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Address
- 930 COLORADO AVE, Montrose, CO 81403
- Phone
- (970) 249-7726
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 1 test record from CO state assessments. About our data
How Outer Range Compares
See how Outer Range performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
930 COLORADO AVE, Montrose, CO 81403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Outer Range may also want to explore other schools in the area. Garnet Mesa Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 21.0 miles away, in nearby Delta). Another option is Delta High School (rated 6.9/10, 20.1 miles away, in nearby Delta). Additionally, Pomona Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away). For more schools in Montrose, see our Montrose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Early Childhood Center Montrose | 0.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Black Canyon High School Montrose | 0.3 mi | — |
| Montrose High School Montrose | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Pomona Elementary School Montrose | 0.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Vista Charter School Montrose | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Columbine Middle School Montrose | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Northside Elementary School Montrose | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Peak Virtual Academy Montrose | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Centennial Middle School Montrose | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Cottonwood Elementary School Montrose | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| POPE JOHN PAUL II ACADEMY Montrose | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Johnson Elementary School Montrose | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Oak Grove Elementary School Montrose | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Olathe Middle/High School Olathe | 10.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Olathe Elementary School Olathe | 11.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Delta High School Delta | 20.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Grand Mesa Choice Academy Delta | 20.4 mi | 4.8 |
| REDEEMER LUTHERAN SCHOOL & TINY TREASURES Delta | 20.5 mi | — |
| Lincoln Elementary School Delta | 20.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Garnet Mesa Elementary School Delta | 21.0 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,636
Median Home Value
$481,900
Median Rent
$1,335/mo
Population
11,955
College Educated
35.2%
Homeownership
80.8%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
48.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Outer Range has a median household income of $73,636. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $481,900, with a median rent of $1,335/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Weld Re-3J Online Innovations Hudson, CO | — |
| Monte Vista On-Line Academy Monte Vista, CO | 4.6 |
| Bethune Public Schools Bethune, CO | 4.9 |
| Rocky Mountain Deaf School Golden, CO | 5.2 |
| PAGOSA VALOR ACADEMY Pagosa Springs, CO | 5.6 |
| ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denver, CO | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Outer Range
What grades does Outer Range serve?
Outer Range serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Outer Range?
Outer Range has an enrollment of approximately 83 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Outer Range?
The student-teacher ratio at Outer Range is 20.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Outer Range?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Outer Range has 44.4% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Outer Range a charter school?
No, Outer Range is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Outer Range a Title I school?
No, Outer Range is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Outer Range?
31.3% of students at Outer Range 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
- City Safety
- High (2,461/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Montrose). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 83
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Montrose County
- Phone
- (970) 249-7726
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Montrose County School District Re-1J- District Enrollment
- 6,029
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,857
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