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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April 23, 2024
We have had lots of experience with lots of schools in Parker and PPA has been the best. Our daughter has been at PPA since it opened almost 8 years ago. We love PPA! The staff and teachers are so... More
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Parker Performing Arts
Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2024
2024-April. My son is in 6th grade at this school. He lately was diagnosed with depression and anxiety due to the passing of my other child (his sibling). Parker Performing Arts staff worked with him... More
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Parker Performing Arts
Parent / Guardian
April 23, 2024
I have three children at PPA and they love the school. My oldest has been going there since kindergarten and is now a 4th grader. I love how they are getting a quality education in core subjects and... More
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Parker Performing Arts