Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Olander 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 14:1 is lower than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Olander Elementary School serves the southeast part of Fort Collins, CO, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Olander Elementary School's student population of 310 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
Olander 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 Olander Elementary School is 0.44, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
37%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olander Elementary School's ranking?
Olander Elementary School is ranked #419 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?
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 Olander Elementary School?
310 students attend Olander Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Olander Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Olander Elementary School?
Olander Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Olander Elementary School offer ?
Olander Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Olander Elementary School part of?
Olander Elementary School is part of Poudre School District R-1.
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