3,275
Preschools
1,860
Elementary Schools
1,004
Middle Schools
726
High Schools
1,701
Public District Schools
2,719
Private Schools
4,684
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
April 28, 2024
In my expedience, my daughter attended kindergarten and grade one. Kindergarten was good and she felt welcomed as part of the group. The teacher was great in kindergarten, however, in grade one my... More
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Westgate Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 28, 2024
As a parent working in and out of the school systems, I have sent both my daughters to PPA. We were in Cherry Creek schools, and both were failing. Once we enrolled and started our journey at PPA,... More
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Parker Performing Arts
Current student
April 28, 2024
When I went to this school, I was greeted by the most horrible students I’ve ever met. Racial slurs, derogatory remarks and bullying is an everyday occurrence there and the teachers don’t even care.... More
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Conrad Ball Middle School