- Eyestone Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 619 students
- Tavelli Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 519 students
- Bethke Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 512 students
- Zach Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 492 students
- Traut Core Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 484 students
- Timnath Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 455 students
- Riffenburgh Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 443 students
- Bauder Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 423 students
- Shepardson Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 414 students
- Laurel Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 412 students
- Kruse Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 406 students
- Rice Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 401 students
- O'Dea Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 398 students
- Bacon Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 397 students
- Dunn Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 392 students
- Werner Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 374 students
- Irish Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 365 students
- Bennett Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 362 students
- Lopez Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 361 students
- McGraw Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 349 students
- Johnson Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 348 students
- Harris Bilingual Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 311 students
- Olander Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 310 students
- Bamford Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 310 students
- Linton Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 307 students
- + 4 more elementary schools
- Lesher Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 766 students
- Kinard Core Knowledge Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 762 students
- Webber Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 728 students
- Preston Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 568 students
- Lincoln Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 552 students
- Boltz Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 551 students
- Blevins Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 363 students
- Cache La Poudre Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 280 students
- Rocky Mountain High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,044 students
- Fossil Ridge High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,846 students
- Fort Collins High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,836 students
- Poudre High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,409 students
- Centennial High School — Grades 9–12 · 118 students
- Liberty Common Charter School — Grades K–12 · 1,516 students
- Timnath Middle-High School — Grades 6–12 · 1,456 students
- Wellington Middle-High School — Grades 6–12 · 1,173 students
- Ridgeview Classical Schools — Grades K–12 · 721 students
- Polaris Expeditionary Learning School — Grades K–12 · 406 students
- Fort Collins Montessori School — Grades PK–6 · 278 students
- Mountain Sage Community School — Grades K–8 · 265 students
- PSD Global Academy — Grades K–12 · 259 students
- Poudre Community Academy — Grades 6–12 · 212 students
- Compass Community Collaborative School — Grades 6–12 · 179 students
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| Metric | Poudre School District R-1 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 53 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,800/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Poudre School District R-1
Poudre School District R-1 is the public school district that serves ZIP 80549 in Poudre, Colorado. At 6/10 it lands near the middle of Colorado districts on the data NCES reports. The district covers Pre-K – 12th. Review the funding and enrollment data above, then contact the district to confirm which schools serve your exact address before you commit to a move.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Poudre School District R-1 spends approximately $12,800 per student per year, placing it 16% above the Colorado state average of approximately $11,000 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At multiple schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Poudre School District R-1 qualifies as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K – 12th. Contact Poudre School District R-1 to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
With a rating of 6/10 (average), Poudre School District R-1 ranks among Colorado’s average-rated school systems. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Poudre School District R-1 falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 80549
Children in zip code 80549 are assigned to Poudre School District R-1 for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 80549, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Poudre School District R-1 at (970)482-7420 or visit www.psdschools.org/. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Colorado districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Poudre
For families considering a purchase in the Poudre area, district assignment matters financially. Because Poudre School District R-1 serves zip code 80549, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 80549 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Colorado, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Poudre School District R-1 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 80549.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Poudre School District R-1 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 80549 data.