3,242
Preschools
1,837
Elementary Schools
982
Middle Schools
712
High Schools
1,659
Public District Schools
2,726
Private Schools
4,645
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.
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
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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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June 30, 2022
I graduated with a 2.7 because I was young and dumb, but because of the stellar education, I now going into my senior year of college with a 3.88 and am aiming for the presidents list and graduating... More
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Mullen High School
Parent / Guardian
June 30, 2022
My kids have thrived at Carson Middle School. We have found teachers care about the students and there are many extra programs and opportunities for the students. The principal did a new parents... More
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Carson Middle School
Parent / Guardian
June 29, 2022
ECA has wonderful teachers and staff. Everyone knows our family and children well and we feel very supported in the difficult task of raising our children. The academics are good and we like that... More
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Evangelical Christian Academy