Serving 361 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lopez Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lopez Elementary School serves the southeast part of Fort Collins, CO, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge being about 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lopez Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
361 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lopez Elementary 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 Lopez Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#419 out of 1748 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
21%
37%
Black
3%
5%
White
68%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lopez Elementary School's ranking?
Lopez Elementary School is ranked #419 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Lopez Elementary School often compared to?
Lopez Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timnath Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Lopez Elementary School?
361 students attend Lopez Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lopez Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lopez Elementary School?
Lopez Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lopez Elementary School offer ?
Lopez Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lopez Elementary School part of?
Lopez Elementary School is part of Poudre School District R-1.
In what neighborhood is Lopez Elementary School located?
Lopez Elementary School is located in the Troutman Park neighborhood of Fort Collins, CO.
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