Best 80528 Colorado Public Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 881 students in 80528, CO.
The top-ranked public preschools in 80528, CO are Traut Core Elementary School and Bacon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 80528 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 42% statewide average). Pre schools in 80528, CO have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Colorado public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Colorado public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 80528, CO Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Traut Core Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2515 Timberwood Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 488-7500
Gr: PK-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Bacon Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5844 South Timberline Road
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 488-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 80528 Colorado

80528, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
4601 Corbett Drive
Fort Collins, CO 80528
(970) 207-4800
Gr: 7-12 | 7 students Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 80528, CO?
The top-ranked public preschools in 80528, CO include Traut Core Elementary School and Bacon Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 80528?
2 public preschools are located in 80528.
What is the racial composition of students in 80528?
80528 public preschools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Colorado public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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