3,280
Preschools
1,868
Elementary Schools
1,006
Middle Schools
728
High Schools
1,704
Public District Schools
2,726
Private Schools
4,693
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
92,039 students | DENVER, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 210 schools -
Jefferson County R-1 School District
84,646 students | GOLDEN, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 162 schools -
Douglas County Re 1 School District
67,591 students | CASTLE ROCK, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 93 schools -
Cherry Creek 5 School District
55,839 students | GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 68 schools -
Adams-Arapahoe 28j School District
39,892 students | AURORA, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 64 schools
Reviews From Schools in Colorado
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Parent / Guardian
September 25, 2023
I was very disappointed with how dishonest and misleading this school is. This school gives Waldorf education a bad name.
There is a lot of talk about how safe and supportive the school is, and it’s... More
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Mountain Song Community School
Parent / Guardian
September 25, 2023
EHS is one of the highest ranked school in Colorado, but that’s not why it’s a top choice.
EHS is a community school with wholesome kids and families. The whole town rallies around the kids by... More
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Erie High School
Parent / Guardian
September 25, 2023
My eldest attended several years ago, and had a wonderful experience in ECE 4s and Kinder. My second child attended for both ECE 3 & 4. Their experience in 3s was great! Ms. Hilary is so kind and... More
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Stephen Knight Center For Early Education