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Very Good

#538 of 1,815 schools in CO

Top 30% in state

Liberty Common Charter School

School · Poudre School District R-1

1725 SHARP POINT DRIVE, Fort Collins, CO 80525

Charter

Enrollment

1,475

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Colorado schools

#538 of 1,815

In Fort Collins

#24 of 45

public schools

In district

#28 of 51

Poudre School District R-1

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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7.4/10

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About Liberty Common Charter School

Liberty Common Charter School is a public school in Fort Collins, CO, part of Poudre School District R-1. Liberty Common Charter School serves approximately 1,475 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Common Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #538 of 1,815 schools in CO.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Common Charter School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.4
  • CO avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Liberty Common Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.2% (2025 CMAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency79.5% (2025 CMAS)
Math vs. State Avg+32.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+34.6 pts
Overall Proficiency74% (2025 CMAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2025 CMAS)
vs. Expected+11.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
College Readiness7.0Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation9.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,995

Liberty Common Charter School — Students at Liberty Common Charter School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 77.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
37.4% (2025 CMAS)
ELA Proficiency 84.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (2025 CMAS)

Based on 41 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
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
98%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
97%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
70%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
75%
ELA
86%
2019
Math
75%
ELA
86%
2020*
Math
79%
ELA
84%
2021*
Math
79%
ELA
84%
2022
Math
73%
2025
Math
69.4%
ELA
80%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Liberty Common Charter School Compares

See how Liberty Common Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
70th percentile in CO
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.7
Sports
12
6 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
9.6% participation·State avg: 2.7 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics12sports offered
6 boys'·6 girls'·20 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

1725 SHARP POINT DRIVE, Fort Collins, CO 80525

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Common Charter School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ridgeview Classical Schools (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is PSD Global Academy (rated 6.7/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado (rated 5.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Windsor), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fort Collins, see our Fort Collins schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Mountain Sage Community School Fort Collins 0.4 mi 8.3
FORT COLLINS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Fort Collins 0.6 mi
RIVENDELL SCHOOL OF NORTHERN COLORADO Fort Collins 0.8 mi 7.4
Riffenburgh Elementary School Fort Collins 1.2 mi 8.1
Fort Collins High School Fort Collins 1.7 mi 7.2
Ridgeview Classical Schools Fort Collins 1.4 mi 6.7
Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado Windsor 1.6 mi 5.8
Shepardson Elementary School Fort Collins 1.8 mi 9.1
Linton Elementary School Fort Collins 2.2 mi 4.8
Laurel Elementary School Fort Collins 1.9 mi 6.7
Lesher Middle School Fort Collins 1.9 mi 7.6
PSD Global Academy Fort Collins 1.9 mi 6.7
HEARTS IN HAND CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Fort Collins 2.0 mi
Boltz Middle School Fort Collins 2.2 mi 5.5
Harris Bilingual Elementary School Fort Collins 2.2 mi 6.9
Colorado Early Colleges Fort Collins Fort Collins 2.7 mi 6.2
Kruse Elementary School Fort Collins 2.7 mi 8.5
Timnath Middle-High School Timnath 2.2 mi
O'Dea Elementary School Fort Collins 2.3 mi 8.5
Traut Core Elementary School Fort Collins 3.1 mi 8.7

Neighborhood 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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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
STEM School Highlands Ranch Highlands Ranch, CO 7.4
Skyview Academy Highlands Ranch, CO 7.4
Prospect Ridge Academy Broomfield, CO 7.5
Loveland Classical School Loveland, CO 6.9
Stargate Charter School Thornton, CO 8.1
Academy of Charter Schools Westminster, CO 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Common Charter School

What grades does Liberty Common Charter School serve?

Liberty Common Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Liberty Common Charter School?

Liberty Common Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 1,475 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Common Charter School?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Common Charter School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty Common Charter School rank in CO?

Liberty Common Charter School ranks #538 of 1,815 schools in CO.

What is Liberty Common Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Common Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Liberty Common Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Common Charter School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Liberty Common Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Liberty Common Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Liberty Common Charter School a Title I school?

No, Liberty Common Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
21 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
80 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,475
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
74
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Larimer County
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

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

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