Riffenburgh Elementary School
479 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
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.
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.
479
Total Students
27.8
Full-Time Teachers
17.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
31.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 358 |
| Hispanic | 77 |
| Black | 6 |
| Asian | 12 |
| Two or More | 23 |
| American Indian | 3 |
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White358 (74.7 %)
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Hispanic77 (16.1 %)
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Two or More23 (4.8 %)
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Asian12 (2.5 %)
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Black6 (1.3 %)
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American Indian3 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Poudre School District R-1 |
| Phone: | (970)488-7935 |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 479 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 27.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 137 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 16 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
77
Grade 1
82
Grade 2
66
Grade 3
88
Grade 4
74
Grade 5
92
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 77 |
| Grade 1 | 82 |
| Grade 2 | 66 |
| Grade 3 | 88 |
| Grade 4 | 74 |
| Grade 5 | 92 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 247 | 51.6% |
| Male | 232 | 48.4% |
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