Serving 362 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bennett Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bennett Elementary School serves the southeast part of Fort Collins, CO, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most residing within about 1.1 miles from its edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bennett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bennett Elementary School's student population of 362 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Motto
An internationally minded community of learners who work to make a difference in our world.
School Rankings
Bennett Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennett Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#364 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennett Elementary School's ranking?
Bennett Elementary School is ranked #364 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Bennett Elementary School often compared to?
Bennett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dunn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Bennett Elementary School?
362 students attend Bennett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bennett Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bennett Elementary School?
Bennett Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bennett Elementary School offer ?
Bennett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bennett Elementary School part of?
Bennett Elementary School is part of Poudre School District R-1.
In what neighborhood is Bennett Elementary School located?
Bennett Elementary School is located in the Prospect And Shields neighborhood of Fort Collins, CO.
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