For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 5,506 students in 80526, CO.
The top-ranked public schools in 80526, CO are Mcgraw Elementary School, Rocky Mountain High School and Johnson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80526 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80526, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80526, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcgraw Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4800 Hinsdale Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-8335
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-8335
Gr: PK-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Rocky Mountain High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1300 West Swallow Road
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-7023
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-7023
Gr: 9-12 | 2,044 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4101 Seneca Street
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-5000
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-5000
Gr: PK-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Fort Collins Montessori School
Charter School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1109 West Harmony Rd
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 631-8612
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 631-8612
Gr: PK-6 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #55.
Webber Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4201 Seneca Street
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-7800
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-7800
Gr: 6-8 | 728 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #6 - 86. - 8.
Beattie Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3000 Meadowlark Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-4225
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-4225
Gr: PK-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #6 - 86. - 8.
Lopez Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
637 Wabash Street
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-8800
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-8800
Gr: PK-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #6 - 86. - 8.
Olander Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3401 Auntie Stone Street
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-8410
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-8410
Gr: PK-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #99.
Bauder Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2345 West Prospect Road
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-4150
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-4150
Gr: PK-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #1010.
Blevins Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2101 South Taft Hill Road
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-4000
Fort Collins, CO 80526
(970) 488-4000
Gr: 6-8 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 80526, CO?
The top-ranked public schools in 80526, CO include Mcgraw Elementary School, Rocky Mountain High School and Johnson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 80526?
10 public schools are located in 80526.
What is the racial composition of students in 80526?
80526 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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