Mesa County Valley School District 51
Largest school district on Colorado’s Western Slope, serving about 20,000 students in 46 schools and programs across Mesa County with a wide range of academic and support services.
At a glance
- Services
- K-12 public education, Special education services, Career and technical education, Early childhood programs, Extracurricular activities, Student support services
- Location
- 2115 Grand Avenue, Grand Junction, CO 81501
- Service area
- Mesa County (from Utah border to Palisade, Bookcliffs to Whitewater and Gateway)
- Hours
- School days and office hours vary by school; district office open weekdays
- Phone
- 970-254-5100
- Languages
- English; some bilingual programs and interpretation services
- Who it serves
- School-age children living within District 51 boundaries and families using district services
- Cost
- Free public education; fees for some activities and programs
- Walk-ins
- Yes at schools and district offices during hours
- Appointments
- Appointments recommended for some services (enrollment, special programs)
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Information verified September 2, 2026 by Western Slope Trellis against the organization's own site. Call ahead to confirm hours. Something changed? Report a change. Part of the Community Support Directory.
