For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 301 students in Palisade, CO.
The top ranked public elementary school in Palisade, CO is Taylor Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Palisade, CO public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in Palisade have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Palisade, CO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
Grades: PK-5
| 301 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Palisade, CO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Palisade, CO include Taylor Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Palisade?
1 public elementary schools are located in Palisade.
What is the racial composition of students in Palisade?
Palisade public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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