For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,191 students in 80525, CO.
The top ranked public preschools in 80525, CO are Shepardson Elementary School, Kruse Elementary School and Coyote Ridge 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 45% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 80525, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% 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 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80525, CO Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shepardson Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1501 Springwood Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 488-4525
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 488-4525
Grades: PK-5
| 424 students
Rank: #22.
Kruse Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4400 Mcmurry Avenue
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 488-5625
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 488-5625
Grades: PK-5
| 457 students
Rank: #33.
Coyote Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7115 Avondale Road
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 679-9400
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 679-9400
Grades: PK-5
| 264 students
Rank: #44.
AXIS International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2700 S Lemay Ave
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 658-4199
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 658-4199
Grades: PK-5
| 199 students
Rank: #55.
Academy Of Arts And Knowledge Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4800 Wheaton Dr
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 226-2800
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 226-2800
Grades: PK-5
| 195 students
Rank: #66.
Linton Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4100 Caribou Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 488-5850
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 488-5850
Grades: PK-5
| 307 students
Rank: #77.
Cottonwood Plains Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
525 Turman Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 613-5900
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 613-5900
Grades: PK-5
| 345 students
80525, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
703 East Prospect
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 490-3204
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 490-3204
Grades: PK
| 84 students
Pioneer Charter School (Closed 2008)
Charter School
2745 Minnesota Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 224-3562
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 224-3562
Grades: 7-12
| 231 students
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, Kruse Elementary School and Coyote Ridge Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 80525?
7 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 52% (majority Hispanic).
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