Mesa County Valley School District 51
A community dedicated to fostering academic excellence, continual improvement, and a sense of belonging.
As the largest school district between Salt Lake City, UT and Denver, CO, School District 51 supports over 19,400 students and 3,000 staff. Committed to offering unparalleled opportunities for growth and learning, D51 empowers families with options in how and where they education their children
WE ARE D51
BY THE NUMBERS
School District 51 is committed to fostering academic excellence, continual improvement, and a sense of belonging. In 2025, the district earned an accredited status for the second consecutive year through the CO Department of Education, with 100% of schools scoring academically in the highest ratings with 2024 data demonstrating:
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School District 51 celebrated a record-high graduation rate of 84% with 1,4000 graduates
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Record improvements in elementary students reading at or above grade level
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More than 1,200 highs school students earning over 12,000 college credits, fully funded through District 51 through a partnership with Colorado Mesa University
Plus, the district continues to expand student opportunities through Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), dual-language programs, STEAM pathways, and career-connected learning, ensuring every student is prepared for success in collage, career, and life!
Interested in what the future holds for D51?
Review the new Strategic Plan for 2025-2030 at d51schools.org/we-are-d5101-strategic-plan