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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Parent / Guardian
January 28, 2023
I wrote the last review & cannot change it. I wrote it during our first year here. Since this time, Harris has proved to be a school that is not meant for most. I do not recommend this school for... More
Review for
Harris Bilingual Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
January 27, 2023
I love the we before me attitude. Awesome band, orchestra, choir, dance, and theater programs. Great teachers.
Review for
Doherty High School
Parent / Guardian
January 27, 2023
We have choiced our kids into D11 from D20 for the past 6 years. As a parent of bi-racial kids, I appreciate the diversity of the student population at Doherty. My two gifted daughters have received... More
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Doherty High School