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#693 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 38% in state

Harris Bilingual Elementary School

Elementary School · Poudre School District R-1

501 EAST ELIZABETH, Fort Collins, CO 80524

Enrollment

308

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#693 of 1,815

In Fort Collins

#31 of 45

public schools

In district

#36 of 51

Poudre School District R-1

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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6.9/10

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

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About Harris Bilingual Elementary School

Harris Bilingual Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Collins, CO, part of Poudre School District R-1. Harris Bilingual Elementary School serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Harris Bilingual Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #693 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Harris Bilingual Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.8
  • CO avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.1% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.3% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.4 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,995
Chronic Absenteeism23.1%

Harris Bilingual Elementary School — Students at Harris Bilingual Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.5% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 57.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 35 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
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
34.5%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
34.5%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
37%
2025
Math
41.2%
ELA
47.2%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Harris Bilingual Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
62th percentile in CO
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

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

501 EAST ELIZABETH, Fort Collins, CO 80524

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harris Bilingual Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shepardson Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dunn Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, O'Dea Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Collins, see our Fort Collins schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Centennial High School Fort Collins 0.4 mi 4.6
Lesher Middle School Fort Collins 0.4 mi 7.6
Laurel Elementary School Fort Collins 0.4 mi 6.7
PSD Global Academy Fort Collins 0.5 mi 6.7
Compass Community Collaborative School Fort Collins 1.0 mi 8.3
Ridgeview Classical Schools Fort Collins 1.0 mi 6.7
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Collins 1.2 mi 5.9
O'Dea Elementary School Fort Collins 1.3 mi 8.5
Riffenburgh Elementary School Fort Collins 1.2 mi 8.1
HEARTS IN HAND CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Fort Collins 1.4 mi
Dunn Elementary School Fort Collins 1.3 mi 8.6
RIVENDELL SCHOOL OF NORTHERN COLORADO Fort Collins 1.4 mi 7.4
Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado Windsor 1.7 mi 5.8
Bennett Elementary School Fort Collins 1.5 mi 7.4
Beattie Elementary School Fort Collins 2.0 mi 7.3
Boltz Middle School Fort Collins 2.2 mi 5.5
FORT COLLINS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Collins 1.9 mi
Mountain Sage Community School Fort Collins 1.9 mi 8.3
Putnam Elementary School Fort Collins 2.1 mi 6.1
Shepardson Elementary School Fort Collins 2.4 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 80524 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,440

Median Home Value

$527,700

Median Rent

$1,623/mo

Population

39,111

College Educated

52%

Homeownership

66.7%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

36.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harris Bilingual Elementary School

What grades does Harris Bilingual Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Harris Bilingual Elementary School?

Harris Bilingual Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harris Bilingual Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Harris Bilingual Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harris Bilingual Elementary School rank in CO?

Harris Bilingual Elementary School ranks #693 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Harris Bilingual Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Harris Bilingual Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Harris Bilingual Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harris Bilingual Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harris Bilingual Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Harris Bilingual Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

58.4% of students at Harris Bilingual 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
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
98 Biker’s Paradise

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Larimer County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

District

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

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