Fort Collins High School

3400 Lambkin Way
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Fort Collins High School is located at 3400 Lambkin Way, Fort Collins, Colorado, United States. It is one of six comprehensive public senior high schools in the Poudre School District. The school colors are purple and gold, and its mascot is the Lambkin.
Serving 1,902 students in grades 9-12, Fort Collins High School ranks in the top 20% 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% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher 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 50% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,902 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : 87% (Top 50% in CO)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50% (Top 20%)
  • : 72% (Top 10%)
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Fort Collins High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:

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School Overview

Fort Collins High School's student population of 1,902 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,902 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Year Founded
1890
Colors
Purple, Gold, Silver
School Calendar

School Rankings

Fort Collins High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Collins High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CO)
#201 out of 1779 schools
(Top 20%)
50%
32%
72%
45%
(20-21)
37%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
26%
36%
Black
2%
5%
White
65%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.51
87%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Lambkin
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fort Collins High School's ranking?
Fort Collins High School is ranked #201 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Fort Collins High School often compared to?
Fort Collins High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky Mountain High School, Poudre High School, Fossil Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Collins High School?
The graduation rate of Fort Collins High School is 87%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Fort Collins High School?
1,902 students attend Fort Collins High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Fort Collins High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Collins High School?
Fort Collins High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fort Collins High School offer ?
Fort Collins High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Collins High School part of?
Fort Collins High School is part of Poudre School District R-1.

School Reviews

5   10/20/2008
I'm not a parent (I'm a sophomore at FCHS), but who better than a student to say what the school's REALLY like? I really love FCHS. There's a great atmosphere of friendships and learning, and all the teachers are really willing to help with any situations that arise. Middle School was tough for me, so I didn’t have many friends, but in the past few months, I’ve made so many friends-even people I wouldn’t expect are nice. In general, everyone is more comfortable with who they are and are therefore more accepting and comfortable with other people. There are tons of clubs that meet all the time, ranging from rock climbing clubs to Rotary clubs to all the debate and science and math bowl clubs. There's most definitely something for every student to do. We have a TON of school spirit, and we kind of need it, being one of the wimpiest of the mascots - by other people's standards. (We're the lambkins. BAAA!) Every school assembly, there's shouting contests, songs, and lot's of goofy surprises from the peer counselors and student counsel. It keeps everyone in a good mood, and breaks up the monotony of school. Just a few weeks ago was homecoming week. Each day’s outfit was a different theme (Monday – Robe and Slippers, Tuesday-Techno, Wednesday- Ugly Sweater Day, Thursday- Decades Day, and Friday- Class Colors.) Tickets were awarded to those who dressed according to the theme, and there was a contest between classes to see who had the most school spirit. The seniors won. True, it is high school, so there is homework to do and tests to take, but the teachers are mindful of keeping it low-key, or it's not fun for anybody. I can't say I know much about the Special Needs Program - sorry not to be of help there. This year, we have late start Monday mornings-we start an hour later than usual. Although we have less days off because of it, I love the slow start after a weekend, and it just helps ease into school again. Classes go a lot faster so we can end at the same time as usual. The abundance of Hispanic students may be a put-off to some people (it's unfortunate how our society is that way), but have no fear - they're not evil or anything. There is kind of a separation between hispanics and whites, simply because there are so many from each group that neither of them are necessarily a minority. Compared to Hispanics, there is a surprisingly small amount of black and African American students, but it doesn’t seem as though they are discriminated against. New students such as myself often worry about finding their way around in a new school. FCHS is by far the easiest high school in Fort Collins to navigate around. There is the spine, or main hallway, and three major hallways jutting out from it. There are two levels, but there are many staircases and catwalks you can use to get from one place to the next quickly. FCHS offers dozens of electives, so no worries there. You can also take selected classes (like nursing, greenhouse sciences, silversmithing, culinary arts, some sort of carpentry class, veterinary classes, some type of art class, and many more) at the Front Range Community College during Junior and Senior years. If you pass the class, you will be reimbursed the cost of the class. There's a ton more I could say, but overall, FCHS is a great high school, and I'll be proud to graduate as a lambkin.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - 10172

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,902 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 35%
  • : 87% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50% (Top 20%)
  • : 72% (Top 10%)
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

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