Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shepardson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CO
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Shepardson Elementary School is located in the southeast part of Fort Collins, CO, serving an attendance zone of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shepardson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Shepardson Elementary School's student population of 414 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where STEM Learning Happens
School Rankings
Shepardson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shepardson Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#158 out of 1748 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
9%
37%
Black
1%
5%
White
82%
49%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
33.6%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shepardson Elementary School's ranking?
Shepardson Elementary School is ranked #158 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Shepardson Elementary School often compared to?
Shepardson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bennett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Shepardson Elementary School?
414 students attend Shepardson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Shepardson Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shepardson Elementary School?
Shepardson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shepardson Elementary School offer ?
Shepardson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shepardson Elementary School part of?
Shepardson Elementary School is part of Poudre School District R-1.
In what neighborhood is Shepardson Elementary School located?
Shepardson Elementary School is located in the Nelson Farm neighborhood of Fort Collins, CO.
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