For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,824 students in Fruita, CO (there are , serving 11 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Fruita, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Fruita, CO are Monument View Montessori Charter School, Fruita Monument High School and Monument Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fruita, CO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Fruita have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Fruita, CO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 52 students
Rank: #22.
Fruita Monument High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1102 Wildcat Ave
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6600
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6600
Grades: 10-12
| 1,273 students
Rank: #33.
Monument Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 312 students
Rank: #44.
Rim Rock Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1810 J 6 Road
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6770
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6770
Grades: PK-5
| 330 students
Rank: #55.
Shelledy Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
353 North Mesa
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6460
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6460
Grades: PK-5
| 398 students
Rank: #66.
Fruita Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
239 N Maple
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6570
Fruita, CO 81521
(970) 254-6570
Grades: 6-7
| 459 students
Fruita, Colorado 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Fruita, CO?
The top ranked public schools in Fruita, CO include Monument View Montessori Charter School, Fruita Monument High School and Monument Ridge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Fruita?
6 public schools are located in Fruita.
What percentage of students in Fruita go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Fruita are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Fruita?
Fruita public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Fruita are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Fruita include: Rim Rock Elementary School vs. Shelledy Elementary School, Shelledy Elementary School vs. Rim Rock Elementary School
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