Best Public Schools in Zip Code 80528

The schools in the 80528 zip code area are part of the highly-ranked Poudre School District R-1, and include 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools, with no alternative schools. These schools generally perform well above state and district averages, with several standout institutions like Zach Elementary School and Traut Core Elementary School ranking among the top elementary schools in Colorado.

The elementary schools in the 80528 zip code area have significantly higher test scores than the middle schools, with Zach Elementary and Traut Core Elementary both earning 5 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger and ranking 3rd and 12th out of 933 Colorado elementary schools, respectively. The middle schools, such as Kinard Core Knowledge Middle School, also perform well, ranking 14th out of 480 Colorado middle schools. At the high school level, Fossil Ridge High School stands out, ranking 20th out of 349 Colorado high schools.

The schools in this area serve a relatively diverse student population, with white students making up the majority at 65.94% to 83.22% of the student body. Free and reduced lunch rates are also relatively low, ranging from 7.22% at Kinard Core Knowledge Middle School to 18.17% at Preston Middle School. This suggests the 80528 zip code may have a higher-income population compared to other areas in Colorado. Overall, the schools in this area appear to be high-performing, with several standout institutions that excel in academic achievement.