3,294
Preschools
1,877
Elementary Schools
1,037
Middle Schools
762
High Schools
1,737
Public District Schools
2,700
Private Schools
4,725
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 -
Jeffco Public Schools
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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Current student
April 02, 2025
Honestly, I do like this schools. But there was a fight week not too long ago and I almost got caught in almost 3 of those fights. All together there was like 8 major flights and some that did not get... More
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Fountain-Fort Carson High School
Parent / Guardian
April 02, 2025
This school is a mess. Teachers walking out midyear (without even telling another staff member), severe bullying issues, teachers as a whole are not friendly, and teachers leave the classroom... More
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LIBERTY TREE ACADEMY
Parent / Guardian
April 02, 2025
This school is awful . They need either new employees or to be shut down . They told my son he has No rights . I tried to prevent something from happening and they purposely let it. This is the worst... More
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Hinkley High School