LESHER MIDDLE SCHOOL
LESHER MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the Poudre School District R-1 school district, located in FORT COLLINS, CO with about 761 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 40 teachers, LESHER MIDDLE 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.
LESHER MIDDLE SCHOOL, located at 1400 Stover Street in Fort Collins, Colorado, is a prominent public middle school within the Poudre School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school serves a diverse community of learners in grades 6 through 8. Lesher is particularly recognized for its vibrant school culture and its emphasis on providing a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous core academics with a variety of extracurricular opportunities.
The school is well-regarded for its specialized International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme, which encourages students to become critical thinkers and globally-minded citizens. Beyond the classroom, Lesher offers a wide array of athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student-led clubs, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to explore their interests and build meaningful connections. With a central location in Fort Collins, LESHER MIDDLE SCHOOL plays an integral role in the local community by preparing its students for success in high school and beyond.
For more information, contact LESHER MIDDLE SCHOOL at (970) 472-3800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
FORT COLLINS, CO 80524-4249
(970) 472-3800
LESHER MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in FORT COLLINS, CO with about 761 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Colorado
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Poudre School District R-1
- Total Students:
- 761
- Teachers:
- 40.56
- 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 761 students
- White
- 64.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 26.0%
- Two or more races
- 4.9%
- Asian
- 3.7%
- Black or African American
- 0.8%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Female
- 47.4%
- Male
- 52.6%
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.