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#1269 of 1,815 schools in CO
Cottonwood Plains Elementary School
Elementary School · Thompson School District R-2J
525 TURMAN DRIVE, Ft. Collins, CO 80525
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,269 of 1,815
In Ft. Collins
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#23 of 31
Thompson School District R-2J
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Cottonwood Plains Elementary School
Cottonwood Plains Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ft. Collins, CO, part of Thompson School District R-2J. Cottonwood Plains Elementary School serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio.
Cottonwood Plains Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,269 of 1,815 schools in CO. Structured state assessment records for Cottonwood Plains Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Cottonwood Plains 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
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Cottonwood Plains Elementary School — Students at Cottonwood Plains Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 3.2/10.
How Cottonwood Plains Elementary School Compares
See how Cottonwood Plains Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
525 TURMAN DRIVE, Ft. Collins, CO 80525
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cottonwood Plains Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Werner Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Fort Collins), which scores notably higher. Another option is McGraw Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Fort Collins), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kruse Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Fort Collins), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ft. Collins, see our Ft. Collins schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80525 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,349
Median Home Value
$563,100
Median Rent
$1,744/mo
Population
55,541
College Educated
58.8%
Homeownership
58.8%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
37.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cottonwood Plains Elementary School
What grades does Cottonwood Plains Elementary School serve?
Cottonwood Plains Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cottonwood Plains Elementary School?
Cottonwood Plains Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood Plains Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood Plains Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cottonwood Plains Elementary School rank in CO?
Cottonwood Plains Elementary School ranks #1,269 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Cottonwood Plains Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cottonwood Plains Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Cottonwood Plains Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cottonwood Plains Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cottonwood Plains Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cottonwood Plains Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cottonwood Plains Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cottonwood Plains Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cottonwood Plains Elementary School?
62.9% of students at Cottonwood Plains 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Larimer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (970) 613-5900
Resources & Links
District
Thompson School District R-2J- District Enrollment
- 14,907
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,678
- District Rank
- #23 of 31
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