3,275
Preschools
1,861
Elementary Schools
1,006
Middle Schools
727
High Schools
1,702
Public District Schools
2,719
Private Schools
4,686
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
May 30, 2024
My daughter wen to this school for only 2 years. At the end of the first day she told me how great it was. A few kids were “odd” but the teachers,IB SYSTEM, and students are great
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Coyote Ridge Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 30, 2024
It’s a great school. Just some of the kids in longs peak have NO MANNERS
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Beattie Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 29, 2024
I have had three children at Coyote Ridge and it has been a wonderful experience since day 1. The teachers are hands on, teach at each child's level, and communicate with parents about things going on... More
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Coyote Ridge Elementary School