Best Schools in Ft. Collins, Colorado
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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Use this page to compare every school in Ft. Collins by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Cottonwood Plains Elementary School
Elementary · Thompson School District R-2j. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Academy of Arts and Knowledge Elementary
Elementary · State Charter School Institute. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.1
out of 10
Median Home
$563,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.1
out of 10
Median Home
$563,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ft. Collins
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cottonwood Plains Elementary School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Academy of Arts and Knowledge Elementary | 3.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.1/10
- Median household income
- $93,349
- Median home value
- $563,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 59%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 59%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ft. Collins compares
Median household income
$93k
108% of Colorado median
About Schools in Ft. Collins, Colorado
Ft. Collins, Colorado is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 4.1 out of 10, schools in Ft. Collins show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ft. Collins is Cottonwood Plains Elementary School with a composite score of 5.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ft. Collins is served by 2 school districts: State Charter School Institute, Thompson School District R-2J. These districts collectively serve 34,500 students.
Ft. Collins's community shows 59% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $93,349. The poverty rate in the area is 10.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 345 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.2 |
| 2 | 195 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.0 |
Schools in Ft. Collins
Ft. Collins, Colorado · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$93,349
Median Home Value
$563,100
Median Rent
$1,744/mo
Population
55,541
College Educated
59%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
10.0%
Community Profile
Ft. Collins has a median household income of $93,349. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $563,100, with a median rent of $1,744/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.0%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Colorado
- Elementary
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Ft. Collins, Colorado
How many schools are in Ft. Collins, Colorado?
Ft. Collins has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ft. Collins, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ft. Collins is 4.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ft. Collins, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Ft. Collins on MySchoolScout is Cottonwood Plains Elementary School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ft. Collins, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ft. Collins on MySchoolScout is Cottonwood Plains Elementary School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Ft. Collins, Colorado?
Ft. Collins is served by 2 school districts: State Charter School Institute, Thompson School District R-2j.
What is the education level in Ft. Collins, Colorado?
According to Census data, 59% of adults in Ft. Collins have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ft. Collins, Colorado?
The median household income in Ft. Collins is approximately $93,349 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ft. Collins, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ft. Collins is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ft. Collins, Colorado?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Colorado Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.