Graham Mesa Elementary School

www.grahammesalions.net

425 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Graham Mesa Elementary School, located in Rifle, Colorado, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Garfield School District Re-2. As a public elementary school, it focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. The school is home to the "Lions," and its educational approach typically incorporates a blend of core academic standards with programs designed to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.

The school’s website highlights its commitment to maintaining a strong partnership between educators, students, and families. By utilizing resources such as their official digital platform, the administration ensures transparent communication regarding school events, academic calendars, and safety protocols. Located in the Farmstead Parkway area, Graham Mesa plays a vital role in the local Rifle community by providing a structured and inclusive atmosphere tailored to the needs of its diverse student body.

425

Total Students

24.2

Full-Time Teachers

17.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

46.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Graham Mesa Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	198
Hispanic	222
Asian	1
Two or More	4

Hispanic
222 (52.2 %)
White
198 (46.6 %)
Two or More
4 (0.9 %)
Asian
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Garfield School District No. Re-2
Phone:	(970)665-7500
Website:	http://www.grahammesalions.net
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	425
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	24.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	166
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	32

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 44

Kindergarten 74

Grade 1 73

Grade 2 58

Grade 3 59

Grade 4 61

Grade 5 56