RIFFENBURGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
RIFFENBURGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public elementary school that is part of the Poudre School District R-1 school district, located in FORT COLLINS, CO with about 542 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 28 teachers, RIFFENBURGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
RIFFENBURGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in Fort Collins, Colorado, is a public school within the Poudre School District that serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade. Known for its strong sense of community, the school emphasizes a supportive learning environment that focuses on both academic achievement and the social-emotional growth of its students. The faculty and staff are dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusivity, utilizing a variety of instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of their student population while encouraging active participation from families and the local community.
Beyond the standard core curriculum, Riffenburgh offers a range of opportunities designed to enrich the educational experience, including extracurricular activities and initiatives that promote student leadership. The school maintains a focus on preparing students for future success by integrating modern technology into the classroom and promoting character development. With its accessible location on East Stuart Street, Riffenburgh remains a foundational institution in the Fort Collins area, committed to helping every child reach their full potential in a safe, welcoming, and collaborative setting.
For more information, contact RIFFENBURGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (970) 488-7935 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
FORT COLLINS, CO 80525-1231
(970) 488-7935
RIFFENBURGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in FORT COLLINS, CO with about 542 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Poudre School District R-1
- Total Students:
- 542
- Teachers:
- 28.6
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 542 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending RIFFENBURGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 72% of the student body.
- White
- 72.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 15.1%
- Two or more races
- 7.4%
- Asian
- 3.1%
- Black or African American
- 1.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Female
- 44.8%
- Male
- 55.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.