3,296
Preschools
1,887
Elementary Schools
1,044
Middle Schools
768
High Schools
1,737
Public District Schools
2,710
Private Schools
4,735
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
87,883 students | DENVER, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 216 schools -
Jefferson County R-1 School District
75,327 students | GOLDEN, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 166 schools -
Douglas County Re 1 School District
62,341 students | CASTLE ROCK, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 92 schools -
Cherry Creek 5 School District
52,392 students | GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 71 schools -
Adams-Arapahoe 28j School District
38,135 students | AURORA, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 66 schools
Reviews From Schools in Colorado
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Parent / Guardian
January 23, 2025
I cannot say enough good things about our time at Dunn Elementary. The staff is INCREDIBLE, the learning environment is very supportive and there is a lot of diversity thanks to the proximity to the... More
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Dunn Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
January 22, 2025
This school needs to closed. The vice Principal is an evil hatefilled man. The teachers do what they can, but there is no leadership. It has become a total dissapointment to my whole family. My... More
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Heritage Heights Academy
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
January 22, 2025
This school does not care about helping their students at all. They only want to keep their high end reputation and will give help to students when they need it. Teachers at this school do not care if... More
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Summit Middle Charter School