For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,019 students in 80524, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 80524 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80524, CO have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80524, CO Public Elementary 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 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
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 | 769 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
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 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 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 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
80524, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1225 Redwood Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 419-3252
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 419-3252
Gr: 7-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 80524, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80524, CO include Tavelli Elementary School, Lesher Middle School and Harris Bilingual Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80524?
4 public elementary schools are located in 80524.
What is the racial composition of students in 80524?
80524 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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