School Overview
The Fred Tjardes School of Innovation, located in Greeley, Colorado, operates as a unique educational environment within the Greeley-Evans School District 6. Unlike traditional schools, it functions primarily as a school of choice, offering a specialized, project-based learning model. The institution is designed to cater to students who thrive in a non-traditional setting, emphasizing personalized education, student agency, and the practical application of academic concepts to real-world problems. By fostering a culture of innovation, the school aims to bridge the gap between classroom theory and community-based experiential learning.

The school is structured to provide a supportive and flexible atmosphere that encourages students to take ownership of their academic progress. Through a curriculum that often integrates interdisciplinary projects, students are challenged to think critically, collaborate with peers, and develop the 21st-century skills necessary for post-secondary success. The Fred Tjardes School of Innovation serves as a vital resource for families seeking an alternative pathway to graduation, focusing on meeting the diverse needs of its student body while maintaining rigorous standards of academic engagement and personal development.
126
Total Students
1.6
Full-Time Teachers
78.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
42.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Fred Tjardes School of Innovation
Demographic Student Count
White60
Hispanic60
Two or More6
  • White
    60 (47.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    60 (47.6 %)
  • Two or More
    6 (4.8 %)
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: GreeleySchool District No. 6 in the county of Weld and Sta
Phone: (970)348-6000
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 126
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 1.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 78.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 43
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 11
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 16
Grade 1 18
Grade 2 16
Grade 3 9
Grade 4 14
Grade 5 14
Grade 6 10
Grade 7 14
Grade 8 15

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Fred Tjardes School of Innovation
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten16
Grade 118
Grade 216
Grade 39
Grade 414
Grade 514
Grade 610
Grade 714
Grade 815
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Fred Tjardes School of Innovation
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female6047.6%
Male6652.4%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)