Below Average
#1470 of 1,815 schools in CO
Rim Rock Elementary School
Elementary School · Mesa County Valley School District No. 51
1810 J 6 ROAD, Fruita, CO 81521
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
15.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,470 of 1,815
In Fruita
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#34 of 43
Mesa County Valley School District No. 51
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Rim Rock Elementary School
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About Rim Rock Elementary School
Rim Rock Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fruita, CO, part of Mesa County Valley School District No. 51. Rim Rock Elementary School serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Rim Rock Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,470 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Rim Rock Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.2
- CO avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Rim Rock Elementary School — Students at Rim Rock Elementary School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 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: 2.5/10.
How Rim Rock Elementary School Compares
See how Rim Rock 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
1810 J 6 ROAD, Fruita, CO 81521
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rim Rock Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Monument Ridge Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wingate Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Grand Junction), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Scenic Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Grand Junction), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fruita, see our Fruita schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81521 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,632
Median Home Value
$385,300
Median Rent
$1,249/mo
Population
16,861
College Educated
32%
Homeownership
83.2%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
42.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rim Rock Elementary School
What grades does Rim Rock Elementary School serve?
Rim Rock Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Rim Rock Elementary School?
Rim Rock Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rim Rock Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rim Rock Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rim Rock Elementary School rank in CO?
Rim Rock Elementary School ranks #1,470 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Rim Rock Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rim Rock Elementary 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 Rim Rock Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rim Rock Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Rim Rock Elementary School a charter school?
No, Rim Rock Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rim Rock Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Rim Rock Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rim Rock Elementary School?
44.8% of students at Rim Rock 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
- 330
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Mesa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.5%
- Phone
- (970) 254-6770
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
- #34 of 43
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