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 23, 2024
If you want some glorified babysitting, then this is the school for you. Large class sizes(30:1), no structure, and adults gaslighting children.
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Academy International Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 22, 2024
The new headmaster is terrible and inexperienced. The school brags about their funding, but doesn't provide adequate support to those with academic differences, whether that be disabilities OR... More
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Vail Mountain School
Parent / Guardian
April 22, 2024
My daughter is in 6th grade at PPA and it is her 6th year at the school. She says she wishes she would never have to leave! As a parent it makes me happy that she loves going to her school. I try to... More
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Parker Performing Arts