Excellent
#168 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 9% in state
O'dea Elementary School
Elementary School · Poudre School District R-1
312 PRINCETON ROAD, Fort Collins, CO 80525
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#168 of 1,815
In Fort Collins
#10 of 45
public schools
In district
#11 of 51
Poudre School District R-1
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About O'dea Elementary School
O'dea Elementary School is a public elementary school in Fort Collins, CO, part of Poudre School District R-1. O'dea Elementary School serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. O'dea Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #168 of 1,815 schools in CO.
Structured state assessment records for O'dea Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at O'dea 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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O'dea Elementary School — Students at O'dea Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.4%
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: 8.4/10.
How O'dea Elementary School Compares
See how O'dea 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
312 PRINCETON ROAD, Fort Collins, CO 80525
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O'dea Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shepardson Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dunn Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Riffenburgh Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Fort Collins, see our Fort Collins schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 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 O'dea Elementary School
What grades does O'dea Elementary School serve?
O'dea Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend O'dea Elementary School?
O'dea Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O'dea Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at O'dea Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does O'dea Elementary School rank in CO?
O'dea Elementary School ranks #168 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is O'dea Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
O'dea Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 O'dea Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, O'dea Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is O'dea Elementary School a charter school?
No, O'dea Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is O'dea Elementary School a Title I school?
No, O'dea Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for O'dea Elementary School?
45.4% of students at O'dea 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 432
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Larimer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.0%
- Phone
- (970) 488-4450
Resources & Links
District
Poudre School District R-1- District Enrollment
- 29,772
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,995
- District Rank
- #11 of 51
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