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Best 81416 Colorado Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,612 students in 81416, CO (there are , serving 52 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 81416, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 81416, CO are Delta Academy Of Applied Learning, Delta High School and Vision Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 81416 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 81416, CO have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 81416, CO Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Delta Academy Of Applied Learning
Alternative School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
822 Grand Ave
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-0835
Gr: 5-8 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Delta High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1400 Pioneer Road
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8031
Gr: 9-12 | 616 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Vision Charter Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1080 Pioneer Rd
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8226
Gr: 9-12 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1050 Hastings
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-3700
Gr: K-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
Garnet Mesa Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
600 A Street
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8003
Gr: K-5 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #66.
Delta Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
910 Grand Avenue
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8046
Gr: 6-8 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #77.
Grand Mesa Choice Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
822 Grand Avenue
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-2753
Gr: 7-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: n/an/a
Backpack Early Learning Academy
822 Grand Avenue
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-9517
Gr: PK | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 88:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
Vision Charter Academy K-8
Charter School
263 Main Street Unit 1
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-8336
Gr: K-8 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 195:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 81416 Colorado

81416, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Achieve Blended Learning Academy (Closed 2020)
1765 Highway 50
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-7671
Gr: 6-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Delta County Virtual Academy (Closed 2015)
822 Grand Avenue
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-2753
Gr: K-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Delta Online Learning Academy (Closed 2023)
1080 Pioneer Road
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-6505
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
North Fork Vision School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
7655 2075
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-4438
Gr: PK-12 | 122 students Student-teacher ratio: 61:1 Minority enrollment: 13%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 81416, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 81416, CO include Delta Academy Of Applied Learning, Delta High School and Vision Charter Academy.
How many public schools are located in 81416?
9 public schools are located in 81416.
What percentage of students in 81416 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 81416 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 81416?
81416 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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