Serving 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Fort Collins Montessori School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Collins Montessori School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fort Collins Montessori School's student population of 257 students has grown by 93% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 83% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
2014
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Education That Nurtures The Human Potential
School Rankings
Fort Collins Montessori School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fort Collins Montessori School is 0.24, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#392 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
36%
Black
n/a
5%
White
87%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Collins Montessori School's ranking?
Fort Collins Montessori School is ranked #392 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Fort Collins Montessori School?
257 students attend Fort Collins Montessori School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Fort Collins Montessori School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Collins Montessori School?
Fort Collins Montessori School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fort Collins Montessori School offer ?
Fort Collins Montessori School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Collins Montessori School part of?
Fort Collins Montessori School is part of Poudre School District R-1.
In what neighborhood is Fort Collins Montessori School located?
Fort Collins Montessori School is located in the Foothills Green neighborhood of Fort Collins, CO.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Fall Break - NO SCHOOL
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - NO SCHOOL
March 13, 2026 (Friday)
Last Day of School: School Picnic and Moving Up Ceremony
May 22, 2026 (Friday)
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