3,275
Preschools
1,860
Elementary Schools
1,005
Middle Schools
727
High Schools
1,702
Public District Schools
2,719
Private Schools
4,685
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 12, 2024
If tou want a terrible education experience for your child, send them to the Prep middle school. Teachers are disrespectful, mediocre educators, and the principal is clueless to what is going on. She... More
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Banning Lewis Ranch Academy
Parent / Guardian
May 12, 2024
My daughter's were referred to EPCA from Peyton. It was the best decision I've made regarding thier education. Christina and Rose are AMAZING!!!! They truly leave no students behind. My daughter's... More
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Calhan High School
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May 12, 2024
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Rocky Mountain High School