Best Public Schools in Zip Code 80524

The 80524 zip code area in Colorado is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Poudre School District R-1. The district is ranked 14 out of 115 districts in Colorado and is rated 4 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.

Among the standout schools in the area is Lesher Middle School, which consistently ranks in the top 20% of Colorado middle schools with a 4-star rating. It has strong test scores, particularly in CMAS English Language Arts, where it outperforms the district and state averages. Another high-performing school is Tavelli Elementary School, which also maintains a 4-star rating and ranks in the top 15% of Colorado elementary schools, with impressive science and math test scores.

In contrast, Laurel Elementary School and Harris Bilingual Elementary School lag behind the district and state averages in academic performance. Additionally, Centennial High School, the smallest high school in the area with only 143 students, stands out with low test scores, a high free/reduced lunch rate, and a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating significant challenges that require further investigation and support.