3,280
Preschools
1,867
Elementary Schools
1,005
Middle Schools
727
High Schools
1,704
Public District Schools
2,725
Private Schools
4,692
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 | 162 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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Current student
November 28, 2023
My experience at this school was fun, amazing, safe and clean. I would suggest people come to this school because it encourages them to learn while having fun. shout out to all the teachers and... More
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Omar D Blair Charter School
Parent / Guardian
November 28, 2023
This is our 5th year at West Jeff including preschool. All of the teachers and support staff are amazing. The PTA is very involved and has lots of fun events throughout the year, and there are several... More
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West Jefferson Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
November 28, 2023
From my experience, the teachers are very engaged with their students and enthusiastic in their teaching. I have witnessed some bullying and I’m not confident it was addressed in a way that... More
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Meiklejohn Elementary School