The top reported proficiency rate is 69% in English language arts. The lowest is 57% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Coyote Ridge Elementary School
Coyote Ridge Elementary School is a regular public school serving pre-kindergarten through fifth grade in Fort Collins, Colorado. It is part of the Thompson School District R-2J, which covers a broad area of Larimer County including the southern portion of the city and surrounding communities. The school sits in a residential part of south Fort Collins, an area that has seen steady suburban growth over the past few decades.
Academically, Coyote Ridge stands out among its peers. The school's overall proficiency across tested subjects and grades places it in the top quartile relative to districts in Larimer County, a meaningful strength for families evaluating elementary options. On the Colorado Measures of Academic Success, a strong majority of students met or exceeded standards in English language arts, and a solid majority did the same in math. Science proficiency, tested at the fifth-grade level, also showed a majority of students reaching the state's bar. Participation rates on all assessments were very high, which adds confidence to the results. The school does not serve upper grades, so there is no graduation rate to report.
Enrollment is modest, with a full pre-kindergarten program and roughly one classroom per grade. The student body is predominantly White, with a sizable Hispanic population and a smaller share of students identifying as two or more races. Asian students make up a very small fraction. About a third of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a share that is moderate for the region. The school does not publicly report special education or English learner counts, so families with children in those categories may want to ask the school directly about services and staffing.
Fort Collins itself blends college-town energy with suburban family life. Colorado State University anchors the local economy, which also includes major employers in manufacturing, technology, and healthcare like Woodward, Broadcom, and Otterbox. The city's historic Old Town district offers breweries, restaurants, and a walkable core, while the broader area leans toward car-oriented development with an extensive network of bike lanes and trails. Housing values in the school's zip code are above the national average but typical for the Front Range. Rents have been rising modestly, and the housing market remains competitive.
The Thompson School District has passed two significant ballot measures in recent years. In 2022, voters approved a bond and a mill levy override, and in 2024 they approved another bond. Publicly reported, these measures fund facility improvements, safety upgrades, technology, staffing, and class-size reduction across the district. For Coyote Ridge, that likely translates into maintained buildings and ongoing program support, but families may want to check with the school for specific projects.
The school reports no discipline data, chronic absenteeism data, or staffing ratios, so those details are not available here. Because it serves only elementary grades, metrics like dropout rates and college readiness do not apply. For a school of its type and size, Coyote Ridge delivers consistently strong academic results in a community that has invested in its schools. Parents looking for a well-performing elementary in the south Fort Collins area will find a solid option here.
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