Fort Collins, CO
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 127,112 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
Fort Collins residents enjoy a mild year-round climate and approximately 300 days of sunshine a year.
Geography
Fort Collins is situated between Denver and Cheyenne, Wyo,. at the foot of the Rocky Mountains.
Cultural Attractions
The city is home to Colorado State University, which has influenced environmental awareness in Fort Collins.
Recreation
Fort Collins boasts many outdoor activities, with 40 parks, 3 golf courses, 23 miles of trails, and whitewater rafting on the Cache la Poudre River.
Fun Fact
Six breweries call Fort Collins home, including Anheuser-Busch.
| Math score of schools here versus the state average [details] | Higher |
| Reading score of schools here versus the state average[details] | Higher |
| Number of elementary schools | 32 |
| Number of middle schools | 17 |
| Number of high schools | 14 |
| America's Best Colleges in the location itself / within 30 miles / within 50 miles | 1 / 1 / 2 |
High schools ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Medal | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poudre High School | Fort Collins, CO | Silver | 1,792 |
| Ridgeview Classical Charter Schools | Fort Collins, CO | Gold | 693 |
Colleges ranked by U.S. News
| Name | City/State | Rank | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University | Fort Collins, CO | #125, Nat. U. | 27,569 |
| Naropa University | Boulder, CO | Unranked, U.-Master's (W) | 1,119 |
| Regis University | Denver, CO | #28, U.-Master's (W) | 11,238 |
| University of Northern Colorado | Greeley, CO | Tier 4, Nat. U. | 12,219 |
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