For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,126 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 46% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), 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 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80524, CO Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tavelli Elementary School
(Math: 56% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Lesher Middle School
(Math: 52% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Harris Bilingual Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
Laurel Elementary School
(Math: 22% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Centennial High School
Alternative 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
Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
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 51% (majority Hispanic).
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