For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,001 students in 81521, CO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 81521, CO are Monument View Montessori Charter School, Monument Ridge Elementary School and Shelledy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 81521 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 81521, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 81521, CO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monument View Montessori Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1956 Hwy 6 And 50 Building A
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 858-3798
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 858-3798
Gr: PK-3 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Monument Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1501 K.4 Rd
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-5100
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Shelledy Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
353 North Mesa
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6460
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6460
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Rim Rock Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1810 J 6 Road
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6770
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6770
Gr: PK-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 81521, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 81521, CO include Monument View Montessori Charter School, Monument Ridge Elementary School and Shelledy Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 81521?
4 public preschools are located in 81521.
What is the racial composition of students in 81521?
81521 public preschools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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