The top reported proficiency rate is 52% in Science. The lowest is 33% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Dual Immersion Academy School
Dual Immersion Academy School is an alternative elementary school in Grand Junction that serves pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. It sits within the Mesa County Valley School District No. 51, the public school district covering the city and surrounding valley.
The school's defining feature is its name and its grade band: it is an elementary school focused on a dual-language model. The data on state academic assessments provides a picture of how students perform on Colorado’s standardized tests. In math, about a third of students scored at a proficient or advanced level. In English language arts, slightly more than a third did. These proficiency rates place the school in the top quartile for overall performance relative to other districts in Mesa County, a measure that combines tested subjects. That top-quartile position means that, within the county’s school districts, Dual Immersion Academy’s tested students perform relatively well. In science, where only fifth graders are tested, roughly half of students scored proficient or above. These are the academic outcomes a family might consider when evaluating the school.
The student body is diverse in composition. The majority of students are Hispanic. White students make up about a quarter of enrollment. There is a small number of students who are Black or identify with two or more races. A substantial share of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating that the school serves many families with lower household incomes. Data on students with Individualized Education Programs and English learners was not reported in the available data, so the school's profile in those areas is unclear.
Grand Junction is the largest city on Colorado’s Western Slope and functions as the region's economic and cultural center. It has a mix of downtown commercial activity and residential neighborhoods, along with Colorado Mesa University as a major institutional anchor. Driving is the dominant mode of transportation, and the city's built environment is largely auto-oriented, though the downtown Main Street area has a walkable grid with shops and restaurants. The economy is shaped by healthcare, education, government, and retail, and the city has experienced steady population growth. Housing costs in the area are moderate relative to the state but have been rising, and the overall housing market reflects Grand Junction's role as a growing regional hub.
The Mesa County Valley School District recently renewed a multi-year strategic plan covering curriculum, student support, and academic targets that will guide the educational program across the district, including at Dual Immersion Academy.
For a family considering this school, the dual-language focus is central to what it offers. The academic proficiency data shows results that are solid but not at the top tier, though the school’s ranking relative to other Mesa County districts is strong. The student body is majority Hispanic and economically diverse. The school serves only elementary grades, so there is no graduation rate or high school program to consider. A parent interested in a dual-language elementary program in a mid-sized, growing Western Slope city would find this school a direct match. Those wanting more detail on the school's special education services or English learner supports may want to ask the school directly, since those data points were not available.
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