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Best 80525 Colorado Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public preschools serving 2,601 students in 80525, CO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 80525, CO are Shepardson Elementary School, Werner Elementary School and Kruse Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 80525 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 80525, CO have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80525, CO Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shepardson Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1501 Springwood Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 488-4525
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Werner Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5400 Mail Creek Lane
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 488-5550
Gr: PK-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Kruse Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4400 Mcmurry Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 488-5625
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Coyote Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
7115 Avondale Road
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 679-9400
Gr: PK-5 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Axis International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2130 West Horsetooth Road
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 658-4199
Gr: PK-6 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #66.
Academy Of Arts And Knowledge Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4800 Wheaton Dr
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 226-2800
Gr: PK-5 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #77.
Linton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4100 Caribou Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 488-5850
Gr: PK-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #88.
Cottonwood Plains Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
525 Turman Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 613-5900
Gr: PK-5 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 80525, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 80525, CO include Shepardson Elementary School, Werner Elementary School and Kruse Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 80525?
8 public preschools are located in 80525.
What is the racial composition of students in 80525?
80525 public preschools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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