Mesa View Elementary School in Grand Junction is among four Colorado schools recognized for academic performance and closing achievement gaps.

Mesa View Elementary School received the National Blue Ribbon School Award.

Presented by the U.S. Department of Education, the award ranks among the most prestigious awarded schools in the country. The award recognizes excellence in academic growth and success in creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

“This is a high honor. Colorado is a leader in providing a high-quality education that helps student succeed and learn the skills needed to thrive,” said Colorado Gov. Jared Polis. “I am thrilled that four Colorado schools have been recognized with this prestigious award for performance, and I look forward to celebrating this achievement, sharing the magic of what works and helping even more Colorado schools excel.”

Brian Hill, superintendent of Mesa County School District 51 and other school administrators were scheduled to participate in a news conference Sept. 23 at Mesa Valley Elementary School to announce the award.

The other three Colorado schools receiving the award were DSST Cedar High School in Denver, Skyview Middle School in Pueblo and  Zach Elementary School in Fort Collins.