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Liberty Common Charter School

• Poudre School District, CO
• K-12
• 83 reviews

Senior: Overall this school is a great college prepatory school, but it has a couple of flaws. The teachers are great and the small class sizes allow the teachers to focus on the students and prepare them well in the subjects they teach. Our sports programs are small and limited but for the resources the school has the teams compete well. Our state record SAT is testament to the fact that we are prepared well for college and academically challenged to be our best. The actual building itself is relatively small but has most everything you would need for a high school of 500 students. The dress code can be annoying as it really isn't preparing you for college since most colleges have no dress code. The administration isn't the best either as it makes decisions from a biased and somewhat ignorant standpoint which isn't the best for the students. Besides its faults I would recommend Liberty for anyone because the education is unlike anywhere else in Colorado.
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• A

• 1,128 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Fossil Ridge High School

• Poudre School District, CO
• 9-12
• 364 reviews

Senior: Fossil Ridge High School has an amazing staff and administration team. It is so easy for students and teachers to get involved with clubs, sports, and organizations. There is not an enormous amount of school spirit but there are many organizations working on improving it, such as Student Council, Academic Council, Student Ambassadors, DLA, and the Culture & Climate team. The student body is extremely welcoming and the teachers do an amazing job educating and creating relationships with their students. Fossil Ridge gives to the community in many ways, having a very large and involved Key Club. Many students and teachers at Fossil are also involved with non-profit organizations such as Thirst Project and local Turkey Round-up's!
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• A

• 1,957 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Rocky Mountain High School

• Poudre School District, CO
• 9-12
• 259 reviews

Junior: I love Rocky. It's an amazing school with such an amazing atmosphere. The setup of the schedules is really nice, too: only four classes in a day, and they change twice as often as typical high schools. This made it really easy to get further ahead in subjects, and it also made it easier to graduate as a music student. So many departments here are so good! The choir program has even won a grammy! The upperclassmen make the underclassmen feel welcome like no other place I've been to. I highly recommend this school.
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• A

• 2,025 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Fort Collins High School

• Poudre School District, CO
• 9-12
• 314 reviews

Senior: Fort Collins High School is a High School that makes everyone feel connected. Regardless of what you are interested in, the endless clubs will make you feel involved no matter what. From anime club to bike club, everyone at Fort Collins know about them and is welcome to join at any time. With open arms, the administration and teaches at FCHS are always there if any student needs help. Because of how much happiness and support I gained over the four years, I feel and will feel supported no matter what after high school and as continue my educational career.
Once a Lambkin, always a Lambkin, Sko Kins!
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• A

• 1,691 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ridgeview Classical Charter Schools

• Poudre School District, CO
• K-12
• 65 reviews

Parent: We recently enrolled our son in elementary school at Ridgeview after touring many schools and sitting in on many informational meetings. We are so happy with our choice. Teachers have gone out of their way to challenge and support him in all of his subjects. Art has been especially great. Our son would never take an interest in any sort of art or craft at home, but he has brought back so many great pieces of art. His most recent was an imitation of a Cezzane still life. It is so great to know that he is learning about art history in Kindergarten! We are so looking forward to having our daughter join him in the future.
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• A

• 774 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kinard Core Knowledge Middle School

• Poudre School District, CO
• 6-8
• 3 reviews

Parent: Love Kinard! The teachers push their students to work hard and they help one on one if they fall behind. We heard it was a lot of homework, and at first, had a hard time adjusting from elementary expectations. I’m glad it’s not something he has to get used to once he hits High School as it just seems standard now. His grades and overall attitude towards getting his work done and understanding what he’s learning have changed. The kids are taught responsibility for their grades and behavior and the teachers are very involved with the students and make it fun for them. Before we attended, I heard mixed reviews from friends and neighbors, “it’s the snobby school” and “the harder school” were the ones I heard the most. In my opinion, this school has set a high standard for education. It’s a great fit for us and I’m happy my sons attends.
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• A

• 806 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Zach Elementary School

• Poudre School District, CO
• K-5

• A

• 602 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Werner Elementary School

• Poudre School District, CO
• K-5

• A

• 489 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Traut Core Elementary School

• Poudre School District, CO
• PK, K-5
• 5 reviews

Parent: All three of my children attended TCKS. All three of my children are ALP students. They were fortunate enough to be pulled out for advanced math in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade. Because of this, all three of my children able to test into higher level math classes at the middle school and high school level (taking AP Calculus at neighborhood high school while in 8th grade). I felt like every teacher they had at Traut cared about them being academically challenged, making sure they were physical safety, and took the time to discuss the importance of good character.
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• A

• 505 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bacon Elementary School

• Poudre School District, CO
• PK, K-5

• A

• 568 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kruse Elementary School

• Poudre School District, CO
• PK, K-5

• A

• 528 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Riffenburgh Elementary School

• Poudre School District, CO
• K-5

• A-

• 491 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bethke Elementary School

• Poudre School District, CO
• K-5
• 1 review

Niche User: It was a really good basis, and creates well rounded citizens as young children. I was awarded a scholarship in my 5th grade year, and they ingrained deep sensed of love for the people around me. There was a lot of opportunity to get involved and make new friends.
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• A-

• 616 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Tavelli Elementary School

• Poudre School District, CO
• PK, K-5

• A-

• 610 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

McGraw Elementary School

• Poudre School District, CO
• PK, K-5

• A-

• 469 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Dunn Elementary School

• Poudre School District, CO
• K-5

• A-

• 398 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bennett Elementary School

• Poudre School District, CO
• K-5
• 1 review

Niche User: Love the teachers, one of the best schools I have been to. Pick this school. The students really learn and it's a faster then most schools, so great!
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• A-

• 496 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Poudre High School

• Poudre School District, CO
• 9-12
• 264 reviews

Alum: My experience at Poudre High School was good. There was a diverse population with a variety of clubs and activities that made it easy to find your place at the school. There was nothing exceptional about the academics but they do have an IB program which makes it stand out amongst many schools in our area. The teachers that I had were great and almost all the teachers I had were very passionate about what they taught. They knew how to get students engaged and how to help them succeed during this period of their lives. The activities programs were great and better than other high schools in my area. Overall, I had a wonderful experience here!
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• A-

• 1,806 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Campion Academy

• Private School
• Loveland, CO
• 9-12
• 75 reviews

Alum: As an alumnus, I enjoyed Campion Academy and I will remember those memories and good experiences that I've made at Campion Academy. Campion has taught me how to be independent and has made a huge impact on my habits when I was in college.
I was able to adjust quickly since I created that experience at Campion. I will remember a lot of the class activities. I felt like it was a second home and I felt very safe where I was at.
I would totally recommend this place to someone or even send my own child when the time comes. Thank you Campion Academy
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• A-

• 152 Students
• 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Academy of Arts & Knowledge

• Public School
• Ft Collins, CO
• K-5
• 1 review

Parent: We have been at AAK since kinder and my daughter will be in 2nd this year! Class sizes are small, programs are abundant and the after school program is fantastic ! We love AAK teachers too! They are so wonderful and attentive!
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• A-

• 211 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Preston Middle School

• Poudre School District, CO
• 6-8
• 3 reviews

Senior: The teachers were great, the community was great, the academic opportunities were amazing. I had a great time attending Preston.
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• A-

• 1,154 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Olander Elementary School

• Poudre School District, CO
• PK, K-5

• A-

• 457 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Shepardson Elementary School

• Poudre School District, CO
• PK, K-5

• A-

• 413 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lopez Elementary School

• Poudre School District, CO
• PK, K-5

• A-

• 409 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Johnson Elementary School

• Poudre School District, CO
• PK, K-5

• A-

• 431 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio