For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,370 students in Palisade, CO.
The top ranked public schools in Palisade, CO are Palisade High School and Taylor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palisade, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Palisade have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Palisade, CO (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Palisade High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3679 G Road
Palisade, CO 81526
(970) 254-4800
Palisade, CO 81526
(970) 254-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,069 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Taylor Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
689 Brentwood Dr
Palisade, CO 81526
(970) 254-4870
Palisade, CO 81526
(970) 254-4870
Gr: PK-5 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Palisade, CO?
The top ranked public schools in Palisade, CO include Palisade High School and Taylor Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Palisade?
2 public schools are located in Palisade.
What is the racial composition of students in Palisade?
Palisade public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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