SHELLEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
SHELLEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Mesa County Valley School District No. 51 school district, located in FRUITA, CO with about 470 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 27 teachers, SHELLEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
SHELLEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Fruita, Colorado, is a dedicated educational institution serving the Mesa County Valley School District 51. As a pillar of the local community, the school focuses on fostering a supportive and engaging environment for students in the elementary grades. It emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that encourages academic growth, character development, and social-emotional learning, aiming to prepare its young students for success in middle school and beyond.
Beyond its core academics, Shelledy Elementary is known for its community-oriented atmosphere and commitment to active parental and volunteer involvement. The school prioritizes creating a safe, inclusive space where students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and build lasting friendships. By maintaining strong ties to the Fruita community, the school ensures that its students have access to a stable, nurturing, and quality educational experience that reflects the values of the surrounding area.
For more information, contact SHELLEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (970) 254-6460 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
FRUITA, CO 81521-2109
(970) 254-6460
SHELLEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in FRUITA, CO with about 470 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 470
- Teachers:
- 27.5
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 470 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SHELLEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.
- White
- 81.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 12.3%
- Two or more races
- 3.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.9%
- Black or African American
- 0.6%
- Asian
- 0.4%
- Female
- 47.0%
- Male
- 53.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.