3,278
Preschools
1,867
Elementary Schools
1,036
Middle Schools
762
High Schools
1,727
Public District Schools
2,691
Private Schools
4,707
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Colorado based on a variety of measures. Find out more about °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ 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 | 156 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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August 13, 2025
I was a student there and would not recommend Doral. I only now feel safe to share now that I'm away from them. They need to be truthful and not cover up things that happen there.
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Doral Academy of Colorado
Parent / Guardian
August 13, 2025
My child was doing great in preschool reading writing. We start this school with in 2 years he could no longer write and no ambition for school. Was bullied constantly and no staff was aware. So he... More
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Stem Launch
Parent / Guardian
August 13, 2025
In 3 years my student went from straight A’s to maybe a 3.5 because teachers didn’t enforce anything. The attendance policy is a joke, teachers don’t include parents, they just deal with the kids. The... More
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Frederick Senior High School