3,294
Preschools
1,877
Elementary Schools
1,037
Middle Schools
762
High Schools
1,737
Public District Schools
2,700
Private Schools
4,725
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
87,883 students | DENVER, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 216 schools -
Jeffco Public Schools
75,327 students | GOLDEN, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 166 schools -
Douglas County Re 1 School District
62,341 students | CASTLE ROCK, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 92 schools -
Cherry Creek 5 School District
52,392 students | GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 71 schools -
Adams-Arapahoe 28j School District
38,135 students | AURORA, CO
Grades PK, K-12 | 66 schools
Reviews From Schools in Colorado
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Parent / Guardian
May 02, 2025
We love King-Murphy for its small community in a location convenient to our beautiful mountain town of Evergreen. It is our neighborhood school and we are so lucky. The school is literally on a... More
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King-Murphy Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 02, 2025
Collegiate is a ߣѿƬ. It’s smaller and feels like a family. Everyone looks out for everyone. My kids are thriving here and love going to school everyday. So glad we made the switch and brought... More
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Collegiate Academy of Colorado
Parent / Guardian
May 02, 2025
This school does nothing for bullying and insteads allows it to happen even after students ask for help. This school is bully central.
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Rock Ridge Elementary School