3,274
Preschools
1,859
Elementary Schools
1,003
Middle Schools
726
High Schools
1,701
Public District Schools
2,719
Private Schools
4,683
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
March 18, 2024
James Irwin staff have supported our student both academically and emotionally. They teach character from the top down.
We have a new student in 5th grade that has been able to make friends and... More
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James Irwin Charter Academy
Parent / Guardian
March 18, 2024
LEARNING:
Since my daughter attended this school (2022 to currently), I believe my daughter has learned a lot. Maybe because of her first teacher in Kindergarten. Then 1st grade comes around and the... More
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Sand Creek Elementary School
Current student
March 18, 2024
Being a student in aurora central ruins your mental health for a lot of reasons
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Aurora Central High School