2023 Best Public Elementary Schools in Colorado

• Adams 12 Five Star Schools, CO•

• K-12

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  Rating 4.37 out of 5  49 reviews

Sophomore: I have gone to the school since kindergarden and there are many good things about the school in its many clubs and programs such as our fairly decent sports program, wood shop, design lab, robotics lab and more! However the school does have many shortcomings as there are some teachers who are not too great to say the least, the school scheduled changes literally every single year as it hasn't stayed consistent for more than 2 years since 2016, and there is alot of homework, like alot of homework. The average day in the school can consist of around 3-4 homework assignments from my experience so if you do go here be prepared to loose sleep trying to finish assignments and projects. Overall if you are considering trying to get into this school it is a charter school that only accepts gifted kids so you need to reach that benchmark on an IQ test so overall I would recommend trying to go somewhere else just purely because of the workload this school has.... Read 49 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,551

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Boulder Valley School District, CO•

• K-12

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  Rating 3.85 out of 5  466 reviews

Senior: Peak to Peak is a very encouraging environment. As a student, I feel very prepared for college through their college prep courses and taking AP exams, as the teachers are amazing! I feel like I’ve learned so much and grown in so many skills, I really do recommend trying to go here. I think the only downside to this school is the culture of overachieving and the pressure to make grades determine your worth. I can say for certain that many students I know deal with this, even myself. Asides from that, however, everyone is very unique in their own ways, and the teachers are astounding at their work and teaching.... Read 466 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,448

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Cherry Creek School District, CO•

• PK, K-8

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  Rating 3.53 out of 5  17 reviews

Middle School Student: Ive attended since fourth grade, and Id like to begin discussing the application process. Its difficult to get into this school unless you have a sibling who has attended or is presently attending at Challenge. Obtaining a recommendation letter from your current school's teacher is also an easier option to gain admission to the school. When it comes to clubs, the school is fiercely competitive, particularly in lego robotics, TSA(Technology Student Association), Chess, and Math Club. The school places a lot of emphasis on writing and math. However, I wish the school would have its own sports team because I know a lot of athletes that go to different places to participate in sports. This school welcomes diversity, and kids who join clubs like WEB, PACK players, and another one that I cant recall right now get to lead assemblies that discuss topics that children should be aware of(eg: bullying). Chosen students get to mentor 5th graders with their homework(these kids must have all A's).... Read 17 reviews

• grade A

• Students 534

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Poudre School District, CO•

• K-12

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  Rating 3.9 out of 5  107 reviews

Freshman: Liberty is a fantastic school if you are looking for a challenge and great academics. The teachers and staff are amazing and genuinely care about their students. Also, the academic help team is very very helpful. If anyone is struggling with getting caught up or just not understanding the topic, they personally come up with a personalized plan tailored to each student on how best they can improve. Unlike other schools, Liberty cares about the students and I willing to do whatever is necessary to best accommodate their students and staff.... Read 107 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,150

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Littleton Public Schools, CO•

• K-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: We love the school, my kids came from a private school where they spoon fed the kids. But in LA the teachers helped the students to grow academically and to be more accountable, especially in middle school. LA is one of the best schools.... Read 1 review

• grade A

• Students 455

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Boulder Valley School District, CO•

• K-5

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  Rating 3.67 out of 5  3 reviews

• grade A

• Students 452

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Douglas County School District No. RE-1, CO•

• K-12

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  Rating 3.79 out of 5  77 reviews

Parent: Our son is a graduating senior (2023) and we can't be happier at STEM. He was part of the first elementary class (grade 5) and has been at STEM ever since. This has allowed him to develop close friendships with peers, great relationships with teachers and staff, and a solid career path at age 17. He will actually graduate from college with an Associate's degree in Cybersecurity before he graduates from high school! This was made possible with participation in P-Tech and the Concurrent Enrollment programs. He is now well-prepared for college and for life. If your child shows propensity for engineering or technology, math or science, STEM will nurture those gifts and provide many opportunities to shine, not only through advanced classes, but also enrichment including Tech Student's Association, Computer Science Honor Society, BEST Robotics,Cyberpariot, paid internships, and more. Our son is applying to many of the country's top universities to continue his education.... Read 77 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,455

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Cherry Creek School District, CO•

• K-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  3 reviews

Parent: We absolutely love this school and community! The administration has been so helpful with navigating the curriculum, and there are so many volunteer opportunities. We are very grateful to be at the school. The communication within staff is phenomenal and any question I've ever had has been answered in a timely fashion.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A

• Students 571

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Cherry Creek School District, CO•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 507

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Boulder Valley School District, CO•

• K-5

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  Rating 4 out of 5  1 review

• grade A

• Students 259

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Cheyenne Mountain School District No. 12, CO•

• K-6

• grade A

• Students 321

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Harrison School District No. 2, CO•

• K-6

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  6 reviews

Alum: I graduated from The Vanguard School in 2015 and attended all 13 school years (K-12) at Vanguard. I count myself incredibly lucky to have gone to such a rigorous school with such caring teachers and tight-knit community. I participated in several sports including karate, tennis, cross country, track, and basketball, and was involved heavily in the music and art departments. Now, as an adult with a 4-year degree and a job I love, I am incredibly thankful to The Vanguard School and all the teachers and administration there for pushing me to be my best in all things.... Read 6 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,059

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Boulder Valley School District, CO•

• K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Parent: Bear Creek is an amazing school with fantastic teachers! We have been so impressed with how loving, professional, and hard-working the teachers are. Students are exposed to research-based, engaging and well-sequenced curriculum. Teachers really care about the safety and emotional well-being of the students! The community is very involved and very friendly!... Read 1 review

• grade A

• Students 346

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Cherry Creek School District, CO•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 509

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Boulder Valley School District, CO•

• K-8

• grade A

• Students 348

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Arickaree School District No. R-2, CO•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 53

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Revere School District, CO•

• K-6

• grade A

• Students 73

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Cheyenne Mountain School District No. 12, CO•

• K-6

• grade A

• Students 323

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Cherry Creek School District, CO•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Works Here: Belleview Elementary is an excellent school. The staff are dedicated and work hard to ensure that all students reach their full potential. Instruction is differentiated to meet the needs of the students, and there is regular communication between parents and staff to ensure the best results for every child.... Read 1 review

• grade A

• Students 481

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Poudre School District, CO•

• K-12

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  Rating 3.84 out of 5  77 reviews

Sophomore: Ridgeview is a wonderful school that allows a student to be challenged. Although homework and stress levels were originally a major problem, Ridgeview's faculty has become much more reasonable in assigning homework and moderating students' workloads. Communication around the school has also improved drastically and students have learned to become comfortable talking to teachers about stress levels and whether they are assigning immense amounts of homework. The faculty overall is amazing...they are caring and extremely understanding. The school however still challenges you and pushes you past your comfort zone. Previously, complaints were often ignored and students' opinions were neglected, however this has become a much less severe problem. Ridgeview Classical Schools overall is a great school.... Read 77 reviews

• grade A

• Students 737

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Boulder Valley School District, CO•

• K-5

• grade A

• Students 286

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Cherry Creek School District, CO•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 577

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Mancos School District No. RE-6, CO•

• K-5

• grade A

• Students 179

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Cherry Creek School District, CO•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 385

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Boulder Valley School District, CO•

• K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Middle School Student: The teachers and staff were nice they had made everything fun, I was with good people who understand other peoples problems. They had a line of every flag with made people feel welcome and comfortable, the school has been upgraded many times and it feels nice to be in a new environment where there is more stuff to play with and new stuff to learn.... Read 1 review

• grade A

• Students 353

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1