For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 3,462 students in 80526, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80526, CO are Mcgraw Elementary School, Johnson Elementary School and Fort Collins Montessori School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80526 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80526, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80526, CO Public Elementary 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.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #5 - 75. - 7.
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: #5 - 75. - 7.
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: #5 - 75. - 7.
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: #88.
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: #99.
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 elementary schools in 80526, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80526, CO include Mcgraw Elementary School, Johnson Elementary School and Fort Collins Montessori School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80526?
9 public elementary schools are located in 80526.
What is the racial composition of students in 80526?
80526 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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