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#568 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 31% in state

Beattie Elementary School

Elementary School · Poudre School District R-1

3000 MEADOWLARK AVENUE, Fort Collins, CO 80526

Enrollment

309

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#568 of 1,815

In Fort Collins

#26 of 45

public schools

In district

#30 of 51

Poudre School District R-1

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Beattie Elementary School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Fort Collins · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Beattie Elementary School

Beattie Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Collins, CO, part of Poudre School District R-1. Beattie Elementary School serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Beattie Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #568 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Beattie Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • CO avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at Beattie Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,995
Chronic Absenteeism35.6%

Beattie Elementary School — Students at Beattie Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from CO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
34.5%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
34.5%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
47%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Beattie Elementary School Compares

See how Beattie Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in CO
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3000 MEADOWLARK AVENUE, Fort Collins, CO 80526

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beattie Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McGraw Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Axis International Academy (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Johnson Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Collins, see our Fort Collins schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Rocky Mountain High School Fort Collins 0.8 mi 7.4
Compass Community Collaborative School Fort Collins 1.0 mi 8.3
O'Dea Elementary School Fort Collins 0.9 mi 8.5
Lopez Elementary School Fort Collins 1.1 mi 7.1
HEARTS IN HAND CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Fort Collins 1.1 mi
Boltz Middle School Fort Collins 1.2 mi 5.5
Johnson Elementary School Fort Collins 1.5 mi 8.6
Bennett Elementary School Fort Collins 1.6 mi 7.4
McGraw Elementary School Fort Collins 1.8 mi 8.7
PSD Global Academy Fort Collins 1.6 mi 6.7
Fort Collins Montessori School Fort Collins 1.8 mi 7.6
Webber Middle School Fort Collins 1.7 mi 7.1
Lesher Middle School Fort Collins 1.8 mi 7.6
Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado Windsor 1.5 mi 5.8
Harris Bilingual Elementary School Fort Collins 2.0 mi 6.9
FRONT RANGE BAPTIST ACADEMY Fort Collins 2.0 mi 6.5
Ridgeview Classical Schools Fort Collins 1.8 mi 6.7
Axis International Academy Fort Collins 1.7 mi 8.7
Centennial High School Fort Collins 2.2 mi 4.6
Blevins Middle School Fort Collins 1.8 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80526 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,098

Median Home Value

$520,500

Median Rent

$1,641/mo

Population

44,423

College Educated

56.9%

Homeownership

57.4%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

33.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beattie Elementary School

What grades does Beattie Elementary School serve?

Beattie Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Beattie Elementary School?

Beattie Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beattie Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Beattie Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beattie Elementary School rank in CO?

Beattie Elementary School ranks #568 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Beattie Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Beattie Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Beattie Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beattie Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Beattie Elementary School a charter school?

No, Beattie Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Beattie Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Beattie Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beattie Elementary School?

54.0% of students at Beattie Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
89 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Larimer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.6%

District

Poudre School District R-1
District Enrollment
29,772
Schools in District
52
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,995
District Rank
#30 of 51

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