3,275
Preschools
1,860
Elementary Schools
1,004
Middle Schools
726
High Schools
1,701
Public District Schools
2,719
Private Schools
4,684
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Colorado based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Colorado at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Colorado offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Colorado
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Denver County 1 School District
89,081 students | DENVER, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 210 schools -
Jefferson County R-1 School District
80,099 students | GOLDEN, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 160 schools -
Douglas County Re 1 School District
62,979 students | CASTLE ROCK, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 93 schools -
Cherry Creek 5 School District
54,184 students | GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 68 schools -
Adams-Arapahoe 28j School District
37,907 students | AURORA, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 64 schools
Reviews From Schools in Colorado
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Parent / Guardian
April 30, 2024
I have two children enrolled in DPS. My time with DCIS at Baker has been incredibly disappointing. The administration has proven to be disorganized, disrespectful, and biased, particularly towards... More
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Denver Center For International Studies
Current student
April 30, 2024
Due to the small class size the school feels like a family. The teachers also foster an environment that allows you to feel accepted no matter what difference you may have.
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 30, 2024
I attended and graduated from this school back in the 90s and had a father who taught and coached here for decades from roughly the 70s to 90s. Granted times have changed with choice enrollment,... More
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Arvada West High School