For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,520 students in 80528, CO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80528, CO are Zach Elementary School, Traut Core Elementary School and Kinard Core Knowledge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 80528 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Colorado public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 43% statewide average). Elementary schools in 80528, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Colorado public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80528, CO Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Zach Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3715 Kechter Road
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 488-5100
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 488-5100
Gr: K-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Traut Core Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2515 Timberwood Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 488-7500
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 488-7500
Gr: PK-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Kinard Core Knowledge Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3002 East Trilby Road
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 488-5400
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 488-5400
Gr: 6-8 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Bacon Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5844 South Timberline Road
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 488-5300
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 488-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Preston Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4901 Corbett Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 488-7300
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 488-7300
Gr: 6-8 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #66.
Ascent Classical Academy Of Northern Colorado
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2700 S Lemay Ave
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(720) 545-6650
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(720) 545-6650
Gr: K-12 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #77.
Colorado Early Colleges Windsor
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7640 Westgate Dr
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 657-2860
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 657-2860
Gr: 6-12 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 80528, CO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 80528, CO include Zach Elementary School, Traut Core Elementary School and Kinard Core Knowledge Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 80528?
7 public elementary schools are located in 80528.
What is the racial composition of students in 80528?
80528 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Colorado public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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