3,264
Preschools
1,865
Elementary Schools
994
Middle Schools
724
High Schools
1,694
Public District Schools
2,726
Private Schools
4,680
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-12 | 209 schools -
Jefferson County R-1 School District
84,646 students | GOLDEN, CO
Grades PK-12 | 163 schools -
Douglas County Re 1 School District
67,591 students | CASTLE ROCK, CO
Grades PK-12 | 93 schools -
Cherry Creek 5 School District
55,839 students | GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO
Grades PK-12 | 67 schools -
Adams-Arapahoe 28j School District
39,892 students | AURORA, CO
Grades PK-12 | 63 schools
Reviews From Schools in Colorado
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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
June 08, 2023
The administration should be fired as they have allowed teachers to verbally abuse and shame children. The outcomes are absolutely horrific and Maria Montessori must be rolling in her grave. I would... More
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Free Horizon Montessori Charter School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
June 08, 2023
This school is bad. This is the only review of the school you will need.
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Vaping and drug problems with students.
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The teachers are fantastic, but the admin is horrible.
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Reconsider sending... More
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Ken Caryl Middle School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
June 07, 2023
Love our neighborhood school! Great community. Everyone is welcoming and inviting. Truly feels like home for both my children and myself.
Review for
Columbian Elementary School