For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,198 students in 80524, CO (there are 2 private schools, serving 307 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 80524, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 80524, CO are Tavelli Elementary School, Lesher Middle School and Harris Bilingual Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80524 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Colorado public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80524, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80524, CO Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tavelli Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1118 Miramount Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 488-6725
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 488-6725
Grades: PK-5
| 555 students
Rank: #22.
Lesher Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1400 Stover Street
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 472-3800
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 472-3800
Grades: 6-8
| 723 students
Rank: #33.
Harris Bilingual Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 East Elizabeth
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 488-5200
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 488-5200
Grades: PK-5
| 315 students
Rank: #44.
Laurel Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1000 East Locust Street
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 488-5925
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 488-5925
Grades: PK-5
| 464 students
Rank: #55.
Centennial High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
330 East Laurel Street
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 488-4940
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 488-4940
Grades: 9-12
| 141 students
80524, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1225 Redwood Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 419-3252
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 419-3252
Grades: 7-12
| 72 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 80524, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 80524, CO include Tavelli Elementary School, Lesher Middle School and Harris Bilingual Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 80524?
5 public schools are located in 80524.
What percentage of students in 80524 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 80524 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80524?
80524 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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