Overview

Ponderosa Elementary School is a public school in Loveland, CO, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 24 elementary schools in Thompson R2-J School District.

School Rating

Ponderosa Elementary School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Colorado with the same grade levels.
4/10
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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STUDENT LIFE

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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3.6
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Neighborhood

4550 Florence Avenue
Loveland, CO 80538
School leader: Jamie Lockwood
970-679-9500
970-679-9520
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