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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School leader
September 28, 2023
I have been blessed to work for The University School for the last five years. I started out volunteering for the theater department. I then moved into the front desk position. Before long, I... More
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The University School
Parent / Guardian
September 28, 2023
People are very nice the school but as far as support and accountability extra help is hard to come by as my child was not supported at all and fell behind. And although my child’s teacher agreed... More
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Westgate Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
September 28, 2023
Two of our three children graduated from The University School. We feel beyond blessed that we found this gem of a school. It has such a unique model, and it offers so much that enriches students'... More
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The University School