For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,427 students in 80701, CO (there are 2 private schools, serving 98 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 80701, CO are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 80701, CO are Lincoln High School, Baker Elementary School and Green Acres Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 80701 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Colorado public school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 80701, CO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Colorado public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 80701, CO Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
230 Walnut Street
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 867-2924
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 867-2924
Gr: 9-12 | 39 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Baker Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Lake Street
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 370-6113
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 370-6113
Gr: 1-5 | 305 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Green Acres Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
930 Sherman Street
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 867-5460
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 867-5460
Gr: 1-5 | 296 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Columbine Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
815 West Street
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 867-7418
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 867-7418
Gr: 1-5 | 398 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #55.
Fort Morgan High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
709 East Riverview Avenue
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 867-5648
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 867-5648
Gr: 9-12 | 910 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #66.
Pioneer Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
415 South Spruce Street
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 867-2080
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 867-2080
Gr: 1-5 | 258 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #77.
Fort Morgan Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
605 Education Avenue
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 867-8253
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 867-8253
Gr: 6-8 | 772 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
300 Sherman Street
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 867-2998
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 867-2998
Gr: PK-K | 449 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
80701, Colorado Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 Lake Street
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 867-8422
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
(970) 867-8422
Gr: 5-6 | 418 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 80701, CO?
The top ranked public schools in 80701, CO include Lincoln High School, Baker Elementary School and Green Acres Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 80701?
8 public schools are located in 80701.
What percentage of students in 80701 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 80701 are educated in public schools (compared to the CO state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 80701?
80701 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Opinion: Handcuffing in Public Schools is a Gateway to More Violence
Some districts are banning handcuffing, while others are cuffing kindergarteners simply throwing a temper tantrum. Read this editorial to see why this author believes slapping the cuffs on children’s wrists only leads to more behavior issues and violence in their adult lives.
Whooping Cough: Should Vaccinations be Required for Public School Enrollment?
Whopping cough is making a comeback, especially amongst children, prompting health officials to encourage pertussis vaccines and boosters. However, should the pertussis vaccine be required for public school enrollment? Learn about current proposed laws and its ramifications.
What are Common Core Standards and Why Do We Need Them?
With schools nationwide adopting common core standards, we’ll take a look at what they are, their benefits, and how they will change the face of public education.