RIDGEVIEW CLASSICAL SCHOOL Go back
1800 S LEMAY AVE
FORT COLLINS, CO 80525
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Phone: 970-494-4620
School Information
  • GreatSchools Rating: 8
  • Educational Climate: High
  • Technology Measure: Low
  • Type: Public
  • Grades: Kindergarten - 12th Grade
  • District: Poudre School District R - 1
  • Students/Teacher: 20
  • Students/Grade: 57.7
  • Number Students: 750
  • Number Teachers: 38
  • Number Classrooms: 70
  • Expense/Pupil: $5,300.00 - 5,599.99
  • Poverty Level: 6 - 15.9 PERCENT
  • Number Computers: 0
  • Number PCs: 0
  • Number Macs: 0
  • Principal: Mr Florian Hild
  • CHARTER SCHOOL
  • GIFTED AND TALENTED PROGRAMS
  • ESL
  • SPECIAL EDUCATION
  • ADVANCED PLACEMENT
  • BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
  • ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMS
  • YEAR ROUND CLASSES
  • VOC-TECH
  • ADULT EDUCATION
  • NCLB SCHOOL
  • BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL
  • COALITION OF ESSENTIAL SCHOOLS
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School Ratings & Reviews

School Ratings (69 ratings)
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    School Reviews (58 Reviews)
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    Parent Review | Rating:
    Posted 2012-07-19
    "Take my review for what it's worth, because my kids were there several years ago, but I find myself once again researching schools (in another area) and I have some thoughts about what makes a good school or a bad school. There is no question that, while we were there, the academics were strong. I was excited about it at first. Safe environment, motivated students and families. As time wore on, my 2nd and 4th graders, who continue to be excellent students, became very stressed out from the large amount of homework. My 4th grade daughter (top student in her grade last year, and somewhat quiet and shy) complained consistently about her mean teacher. We all know there is a difference between a teacher with high expectations and a mean teacher. Toward the end of the year I felt like the school was just too much into very high control and too low on the humanity/kids factor. Elementary class sizes were larger than 35 at the time. My older son made good friends and seemed to do well, but my experience with 3 kids in the school is that it really is not for everyone, in spite of what they say."
    Parent Review | Rating:
    Posted 2012-01-18
    "I am writing this review at the request of my son. He found this site while working in his technology fluency class and was appalled by some of the reviews. His experience at Ridgeview, after being in two traditional public schools, has been an eye opener. My son tested very far behind in every subject when he came to Ridgeview in fourth grade...and he was receiving A's and B's in his other school! It took him two years to truly catch up and he is now thriving in high school. Teacher turnover has been high, but not negatively so. We have had teachers leave because of new babies and a desire to stay home with them. Sadly, too many have left because of family emergencies. Others have left because Ridgeview cannot pay as high a wage as other schools. If you pull your students out while they are in elementary school, you may find them behind. Ridgeview's education is cumulative and they don't teach to the standardized tests. They teach students how to learn. Look at the test scores. You will see that the students improve each year. By tenth grade they are far above the state average. Ridgeview may not appeal to every family, but my children have found a home there."
    Parent Review | Rating:
    Posted 2011-11-29
    "As the mother of a first grader at Ridgeview Classical School in Fort Collins, I have been extremely pleased with our son's educational experience up to this point. Open enrollment at Ridgeview means diversity in the school population, and I appreciate that RCS gives every child the chance to experience a classical education. The teachers at Ridgeview are top notch; they challenge AND encourage the children to be the best student they can be every day. I am grateful for the moral and ethical values that the teachers instill in the children; truly pillars of excellence. When I drop off my son each morning, I am proud to send him to a school with other children whose parents have thoughtfully considered the education of their child(ren). Do your research, check out the orientation. It is worth your time, your child is worth it!!!"
    Parent Review | Rating:
    Posted 2011-10-13
    "As parents, Ridgeview has exceeded our high expectations. They believe that it is up to the school to educate each student regardless of his or her background (no entrance test). They work hard to build a foundation for a lifetime of learning. There are other elements of the Ridgeview experience that we appreciate as well. Unlike some other schools, there isn't a constant drumbeat of fund-raising forced on the students. There is diversity among the students related to their socio-economic status. There is no forced parental volunteering. Many parents give generously of their time in many different capacities. If parents are unable to volunteer, they are not required to do so (unlike some other schools). The most positive thing I can say about Ridgeview is that they have high expectations. Some interpret that negatively. Instead, it is a blessing to the students. Our children's teachers constantly expect our kids to meet their potential. Nothing is more damaging to a human being than very low expectations. Ridgeview provides an environment where every student is encouraged to reach their potential with resources and caring that gets success."
    Parent Review | Rating:
    Posted 2011-10-12
    "We are so thankful that our child is able to attend Ridgeview. They truly are a terrific open enrollment school (no testing prior to admission) and work hard to bring every child up to a high standard. They also do this on a much smaller budget than other public schools. The administration and teachers care very much about each and every student. I am amazed at what our child is learning, and how much they love school! They do have higher standards for their behavior which we really appreciate. Please do your own research and come and see Ridgeview for yourself (you can sit in on a class at any time!). We looked at many schools in the district and are very proud to be Hoplites!"
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