3,275
Preschools
1,861
Elementary Schools
1,006
Middle Schools
727
High Schools
1,702
Public District Schools
2,719
Private Schools
4,686
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 | 160 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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Parent / Guardian
June 17, 2024
My son graduated from Saddle Ranch and now our daughter attends this fantastic school. We came from a pricey private school where my son was severely bullied. Saddle Ranch has been an amazing... More
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Saddle Ranch Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
June 16, 2024
While advertised as a “STEM and Nature School”, children rarely leave the classroom sue to extreme behavioral issues. Administration refuses to address violent behaviors resulting in serious injuries.... More
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Big Thompson Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
June 15, 2024
We have had an excellent experience in our three years at Coyote Ridge. We toured many public, charter, and private schools before enrolling our kids at CRES, and most of them would have been fine,... More
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Coyote Ridge Elementary School