For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,242 students in 80524, CO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 80524, CO are Tavelli Elementary School, Harris Bilingual Elementary School and Laurel Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 80524 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 43% statewide average). Pre schools in 80524, CO have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80524, CO Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tavelli Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1118 Miramount Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 488-6725
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 488-6725
Gr: PK-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Harris Bilingual Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 East Elizabeth
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 488-5200
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 488-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Laurel Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1000 East Locust Street
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 488-5925
Fort Collins, CO 80524
(970) 488-5925
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 80524, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 80524, CO include Tavelli Elementary School, Harris Bilingual Elementary School and Laurel Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 80524?
3 public preschools are located in 80524.
What is the racial composition of students in 80524?
80524 public preschools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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