Excellent
#61 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 3% in state
Scenic Elementary School
Elementary School · Mesa County Valley School District No. 51
451 WEST SCENIC DR, Grand Junction, CO 81507
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
215
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Grand Junction
#2 of 32
public schools
Colorado elementary schools
#51 of 1,006
In district
#2 of 43
Mesa County Valley School District No. 51
Equity
9.5 / 10
Exceptional
About Scenic Elementary School
Scenic Elementary serves 215 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Grand Junction, Colorado. The school earns a composite score of 9.1 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — and ranks third among 32 public schools in Grand Junction. Statewide, it sits 41st out of 1,815 public schools, outperforming 98% of Colorado schools across all levels.
Academic and growth scores each reach 9.4 out of 10. The growth score is particularly telling — it measures how much students improve during the school year, independent of where they started. Scenic ranks among the top Colorado elementaries on both dimensions, a combination few schools achieve.
At 215 students and a 15.4-to-1 student-teacher ratio, the school maintains a personal scale. Teachers have real bandwidth to track individual progress. Among Colorado's 1,006 elementary schools, Scenic places 35th — a result that puts its third-place Grand Junction standing in broader context.
Families weighing elementary options in the area will find that Scenic's high academic scores and strong student growth together make a compelling case.
Score Breakdown
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Scenic Elementary School — Students at Scenic Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
37.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 13 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Scenic Elementary School Compares
See how Scenic Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 42% (2019) to 60.48% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 52% (2019) to 62.9% (2025).
Location
451 WEST SCENIC DR, Grand Junction, CO 81507
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Scenic Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wingate Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Broadway Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Chipeta Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 3.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Grand Junction, see our Grand Junction schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Broadway Elementary School Grand Junction | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Mesa Valley Community School Grand Junction | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Dual Immersion Academy School Grand Junction | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Redlands Middle School Grand Junction | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| INTERMOUNTAIN ADVENTIST ACADEMY Grand Junction | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Pomona Elementary School Grand Junction | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Wingate Elementary School Grand Junction | 2.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Caprock Academy Grand Junction | 2.6 mi | 5.2 |
| West Middle School Grand Junction | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Grand Junction High School Grand Junction | 2.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Appleton Elementary School Grand Junction | 3.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Juniper Ridge Community School Grand Junction | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Tope Elementary School Grand Junction | 2.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Chipeta Elementary School Grand Junction | 3.0 mi | 8.3 |
| LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL OF MESSIAH Grand Junction | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| New Emerson School at Columbus Grand Junction | 3.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Dos Rios Elementary School Grand Junction | 3.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Grand River Academy Grand Junction | 3.4 mi | 4.8 |
| BOOKCLIFF CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Grand Junction | 3.6 mi | 5.8 |
| LANDMARK BAPTIST SCHOOL Grand Junction | 3.5 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81507 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$106,039
Median Home Value
$491,300
Median Rent
$1,580/mo
Population
16,093
College Educated
55.8%
Homeownership
90.7%
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
51.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Scenic Elementary School has a median household income of $106,039. It is a well-educated community where 56% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $491,300, with a median rent of $1,580/month. The local poverty rate of 6.2% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bergen Valley Intermediate School Evergreen, CO | 8.7 |
| Manassa Elementary School Manassa, CO | 8.7 |
| Taylor Elementary School Palisade, CO | 8.7 |
| Broadway Elementary School Grand Junction, CO | 8.6 |
| Flatirons Elementary School Boulder, CO | 8.6 |
| Irving Elementary School Pueblo, CO | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Scenic Elementary School
What grades does Scenic Elementary School serve?
Scenic Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Scenic Elementary School?
Scenic Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 215 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Scenic Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Scenic Elementary School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Scenic Elementary School rank in CO?
Scenic Elementary School is ranked #61 out of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Scenic Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Scenic Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Scenic Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Scenic Elementary School has 57.6% math proficiency and 60.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Scenic Elementary School a charter school?
No, Scenic Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Scenic Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Scenic Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Scenic Elementary School?
37.7% of students at Scenic 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
- 215
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Mesa County
- Phone
- (970) 254-6370
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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
- #2 of 43
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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