Serving 443 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Riffenburgh Elementary 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 54% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Riffenburgh Elementary School serves the southeast part of Fort Collins, CO, covering an area of approximately 7.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riffenburgh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Riffenburgh Elementary School's student population of 443 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Motto
The Riffenburgh Community...working together to achieve educational excellence.
School Rankings
Riffenburgh Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riffenburgh Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#281 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
18%
37%
Black
2%
5%
White
71%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riffenburgh Elementary School's ranking?
Riffenburgh Elementary School is ranked #281 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Riffenburgh Elementary School often compared to?
Riffenburgh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beattie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Riffenburgh Elementary School?
443 students attend Riffenburgh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Riffenburgh Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riffenburgh Elementary School?
Riffenburgh Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Riffenburgh Elementary School offer ?
Riffenburgh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riffenburgh Elementary School part of?
Riffenburgh Elementary School is part of Poudre School District R-1.
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