Very Good
#660 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 36% in state
Taylor Elementary School
Elementary School · Mesa County Valley School District No. 51
689 BRENTWOOD DR, Palisade, CO 81526
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
301
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#660 of 1,815
In Palisade
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#11 of 43
Mesa County Valley School District No. 51
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Taylor Elementary School
Taylor Elementary School is a public elementary school in Palisade, CO, part of Mesa County Valley School District No. 51. Taylor Elementary School serves approximately 301 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Taylor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #660 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for Taylor Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Taylor 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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Taylor Elementary School — Students at Taylor Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.9%
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: 6.7/10.
How Taylor Elementary School Compares
See how Taylor 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
689 BRENTWOOD DR, Palisade, CO 81526
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taylor Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mesa View Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Grand Junction), with a very similar rating. Another option is Chatfield Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Grand Junction), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Independence Academy (rated 6.6/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby Grand Junction), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Palisade, see our Palisade schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Palisade High School Palisade | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Mount Garfield Middle School Clifton | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Clifton Elementary School Clifton | 5.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Rocky Mountain Elementary School Clifton | 5.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Chatfield Elementary School Grand Junction | 6.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Grand Mesa Middle School Grand Junction | 6.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Central High School Grand Junction | 6.5 mi | 5.3 |
| PEAR PARK BAPTIST SCHOOL Grand Junction | 6.9 mi | — |
| Thunder Mountain Elementary School Grand Junction | 7.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Pear Park Elementary School Grand Junction | 7.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Fruitvale Elementary School Grand Junction | 7.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Bookcliff Middle School Grand Junction | 8.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Career Center Preschool Grand Junction | 8.6 mi | 3.6 |
| LIFE ACADEMY Grand Junction | 8.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Mesa View Elementary School Grand Junction | 9.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Independence Academy Grand Junction | 8.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Nisley Elementary School Grand Junction | 9.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Lincoln Orchard Mesa Elementary School Grand Junction | 9.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Grand Mesa Youth Services Center Grand Junction | 10.2 mi | — |
| R-5 High School Grand Junction | 10.3 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81526 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,316
Median Home Value
$449,300
Median Rent
$1,219/mo
Population
5,397
College Educated
34.7%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
29.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.9%
Median Age
51.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOULDER COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Boulder, CO | 7.0 |
| Chatfield Elementary School Grand Junction, CO | 7.0 |
| Edith Wolford Elementary School Colorado Springs, CO | 7.0 |
| Fremont Elementary School Arvada, CO | 7.0 |
| Frisco Elementary School Frisco, CO | 7.0 |
| Frontier Valley Elementary School Parker, CO | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taylor Elementary School
What grades does Taylor Elementary School serve?
Taylor Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Taylor Elementary School?
Taylor Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 301 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taylor Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Taylor Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taylor Elementary School rank in CO?
Taylor Elementary School ranks #660 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Taylor Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Taylor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Taylor Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taylor Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Taylor Elementary School a charter school?
No, Taylor Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taylor Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Taylor Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taylor Elementary School?
44.9% of students at Taylor 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
- 301
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Mesa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.2%
- Phone
- (970) 254-4870
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
- #11 of 43
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