LOPEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
LOPEZ 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 425 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 23 teachers, LOPEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
LOPEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 637 Wabash Street in Fort Collins, Colorado, is a public school operating within the Poudre School District. Serving students in the local community, the school is known for its focus on providing a foundational academic experience while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for young learners. The school emphasizes character development and academic growth, aiming to prepare students for success in their transition to middle school.
The campus at Lopez Elementary is well-integrated into the residential fabric of the Fort Collins area. As part of a larger district known for its commitment to educational excellence and community engagement, Lopez benefits from a structured curriculum, diverse extracurricular offerings, and a dedicated teaching staff. The school prioritizes building strong relationships with families, often serving as a central hub for neighborhood activities and community-oriented programming.
For more information, contact LOPEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (970) 488-8800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
FORT COLLINS, CO 80526-3216
(970) 488-8800
LOPEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in FORT COLLINS, CO with about 425 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:
- 425
- Teachers:
- 23.55
- 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 425 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending LOPEZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 70% of the student body.
- White
- 70.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 19.1%
- Black or African American
- 5.2%
- Two or more races
- 2.4%
- Asian
- 1.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.7%
- Female
- 52.9%
- Male
- 47.1%
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.