Overview

Orchard Avenue Elementary School is a public school in Grand Junction, CO, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 30 elementary schools in Mesa County Valley 51 School District.

School Rating

Orchard Avenue Elementary School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Colorado with the same grade levels.
7/10
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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4.5
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Neighborhood

1800 Orchard Avenue
Grand Junction, CO 81501
School leader: Dr. Teal Maxwell Richards
(970) 254-7560
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