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2022 Best Public High Schools in Weld County

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  1. Erie High School

    • St Vrain Valley School District, CO
    • 9-12
    • 266 reviews
    #1 Best Public High Schools in Weld County

    Junior: Erie High School provided me with exactly what I expected to see in a high school. I felt that faculty and most students were all very kind and helpful, and overall we have a culture based around respect and hard work. In terms of academics, I believe Erie High is very strong. We consistently turn out high test scores and offer AP, engineering, and community college courses. We unfortunately have very poor diversity, with a major of this school being white, middle class students. Our teachers are almost all excellent, and I hav not had one I genuinely disliked. I feel that Erie has prepared me well for college. Unfortunately, Erie does not offer a huge variety of clubs outside of sports...Read 266 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,467 Students
    • 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  2. Early College Academy

    • Greeley-Evans School District 6, CO
    • 9-12
    • 12 reviews
    #2 Best Public High Schools in Weld County

    Alum: Early College Academy in Greeley Colorado provided students an amazing opportunity at no cost! Students who may not have believed they could further their education had the opportunity to get a head start and learn how college courses worked. Students were also able to build meaningful connections with peers and instructors that made the process less intimidating. As a student myself, I felt very prepared for my four year university and my transition was exciting!...Read 12 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 279 Students
    • 173:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  3. Windsor High School

    • Weld County Reorganized School District No. RE-4, CO
    • 9-12
    • 246 reviews
    #3 Best Public High Schools in Weld County

    Junior: Throughout my three years at Windsor High school, I absolutely love it! I have participated in 3 sports throughout the years and have enjoyed finding my place and friends at school. Academics are a really big deal for me, so I am aiming to take higher level classes. We have dual credits through Aims Community Commons and university of Northern Colorado. I am currently taking AP Bio with Tamara Pennington who has won multiple national awards and is very well known. I am proud to be a wizard and blessed to be going to such a great school like Windsor...Read 246 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,377 Students
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  4. Frontier Charter Academy

    • Greeley-Evans School District 6, CO
    • K-12
    • 99 reviews
    #4 Best Public High Schools in Weld County

    Senior: At Frontier every one is connected in some way, the school is small which allows you to truly know all of your peers and teachers. Joining a club connects you further into the community and help you find true friends, sports are another way to connect with the community. Some of the most popular sports played are basketball, cross country, soccer, volleyball, and though we don’t have a football team we play with our neighboring school University. Some of the best clubs at Frontier are Key Club, Drama, Debate, Student Council, connect club, and there are much more amazing clubs started by students of the school. Frontier has such an amazing community from elementary to High school you’ll find and meet kids that share your common interest and have an amazing school year with close friends by your side, the Frontier community is close and you’ll feel that warmth for yourself as you learn leadership and make friends and strong relationships...Read 99 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,628 Students
    • 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  5. Windsor Charter Academy Early College High School

    • Weld County Reorganized School District No. RE-4, CO
    • 9-12
    • 20 reviews
    #5 Best Public High Schools in Weld County

    Parent: We truly love this school! Academics, sports, extracurricular activities, teachers, and staff ... our experience has been amazing! We are excited that our daughters will have the opportunity to receive their associate degree from Aims Community College while still in high school. Students take college courses on Windsor Charter Academy's campus; they don't have to travel to a college campus to attend any courses. As a parent, I'm grateful that they can fully live their high school experience while also earning their degree - free of charge. Honestly, my husband and I will save four years of college costs (2 years for each child). That is a huge deal! Love this school!...Read 20 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 302 Students
    • 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  6. Eaton High School

    • Eaton School District, CO
    • 9-12
    • 134 reviews
    #6 Best Public High Schools in Weld County

    Senior: Eaton High School is diverse and equal. It does not matter if you play sports or if you're in band or choir, band, or art. Everyone is involved in something different but it does not separate us as a student body. It's also a historic school and with that comes legacy and tradition which is a beautiful thing to be apart of of. However, I do wish there were more traditions but since covid-19, most of the past traditions were dropped and I would like to see them return as things begin going back to normal...Read 134 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 573 Students
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  9. Mead High School

    • St Vrain Valley School District, CO
    • 9-12
    • 195 reviews
    #7 Best Public High Schools in Weld County

    Senior: The community at Mead High School is truly like no other. With it's rural setting, the traditional morality you would expect from farm families is brought to the school through the students. There is a strong sense of community that both the students and the teachers produce. One of the most important things in our school is inclusion for special ed kids. Not only are we the first school in the nation to offer a Unified Percussion Ensemble course, but we have an annual Staff v. Unified basketball game that the entire school attends. Not only this, but we also have an annual Veterans Day Assembly in which we invite local veterans to come and receive our respect. I have loved every minute of being a part of such a respectful, patriotic, and inclusive environment...Read 195 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,147 Students
    • 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  10. Union Colony Preparatory School

    • Greeley-Evans School District 6, CO
    • K-12
    • 58 reviews
    #8 Best Public High Schools in Weld County

    Alum: Union Colony Preparatory School is a great place to prepare for college life. The advanced academic program allows for students to prepare and learn the tips to better handle the college load once they graduate. They can even graduate with college classes already completed, allowing them to get ahead while also saving money. The skills learned are applicable and great for helping students have an easier time adjusting to the new academic life that is college. The school also puts heavy emphasis on all facets of academics, including art, band, and a foreign language. This requirement, while tedious for some students, allows many to experience learning a new instrument or language. It can open up a new hobby that many would never have gotten the chance to experience...Read 58 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 864 Students
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  11. University Schools

    • Greeley-Evans School District 6, CO
    • K-12
    • 163 reviews
    #9 Best Public High Schools in Weld County

    Senior: University Schools is an overall very welcoming and has a determined environment. Like all schools, there can be some improvements. Communication is always key and students are always provided with guidance from all faculty members! My time spent here was very pleasing and educational. I learned more about myself as a student and as a person! Most, if not all teachers, where ready to work with you and put you on the right path for your life. Whether they knew you or not. Being one of the smaller schools (in terms of graduating class members), the community was very tight-knit. There was more of a "family" aspect to it all. Like we were more than just peers. Everyone had some sort of connection. University Schools just had a different environment than that of other schools. And that is what made it so easy to adapt to and enjoy!...Read 163 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,774 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  12. Platte Valley High School

    • Platte Valley School District, CO
    • 9-12
    • 50 reviews
    #10 Best Public High Schools in Weld County

    Alum: I grew up in the Platte Valley school district from pre-k up to 12th grade and graduation. I have also loved all of my teachers I have ever had. They always supported me with school and with my personal life. They all cared for every single one of their students and have always wanted them to succeed and I think they accomplish that goal every year. I would recommend this school. It is a tight nit community, but they welcome you with open arms in the school and I really enjoyed it. I had small classes and graduated with a class of 74 students, but I never would have wanted to go to a bigger school...Read 50 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 336 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  13. Greeley Central High School

    • Greeley-Evans School District 6, CO
    • 9-12
    • 217 reviews
    #11 Best Public High Schools in Weld County

    Alum: Class, Pride, and Dignity had always been the backbone of its ideologies. I felt it created a culture based on the idea of it being the oldest High School in town. The academics had pushed me to go beyond, with either my AP classes or college opportunities. Guidance counselors knew that everyone had potential for a better future and did things in their power to make the students achieve their goals and make me choose wisely on what career path I want to go on. There were always new clubs to welcome everyone such as a LGBTQ+ club or ones who want to be a future health worker such as HOSA. The culture brought importance to its extracurricular activities such as its long historic rivalry with Greeley West. It's culture with being the oldest school always made it mature in its understanding with the students because the school knew their future mattered. The changes I hope the school has would be with the always changing background and greater understanding of new students who attend...Read 217 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,532 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  14. Highland High School

    • Weld County School District No. RE-9, CO
    • 9-12
    • 48 reviews
    #12 Best Public High Schools in Weld County

    Senior: I have been at Highland for 5 years and during those 5 years has been great! The classes sizes are average of 20 or less. Then the sports are just amazing! Very good school and everyone is just nice and relax! The school haves it flaws like any other school. The school is not up to date as in the building but it still have amazing teachers that does personally help you...Read 48 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 285 Students
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  15. Frederick Senior High School

    • St Vrain Valley School District, CO
    • 9-12
    • 140 reviews

    Senior: In my experience at Frederick, the staff was very supportive and involved with the students, and that's something I really appreciated. Teachers would build good connections with their students, staff would make sure to talk often to the student body, things like that. Communication between the students and district/staff was sometimes rough, for example one school year they switched around where each subject hallway was located and students weren't notified of the change...Read 140 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,181 Students
    • 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  16. Pawnee School K-12

    • Pawnee School District Re-12, CO
    • PK, K-12
    • 12 reviews

    High School Senior: This school has a lot of flaws, and it can make me very mad with all of it's excessive rules sometimes, but I love my school. I wouldn't change schools for anything.Read 12 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 82 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  17. Roosevelt High School

    • Weld County School District No. RE-5J, CO
    • 9-12
    • 175 reviews

    Junior: Roosevelt High School to many of its students and staff is considered a community. Attending this school allows a student to receive not only a great education but the love and support of its’ people. It has something for everybody and the staff genuinely tries to recognize what is best for the students. For the small school Roosevelt is, I would say it produces great minds!...Read 175 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,061 Students
    • 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  18. Prairie Junior/Senior High School

    • Prairie School District RE-11J, CO
    • 6-12
    • 7 reviews

    Senior: The teachers and staff go above and beyond to meet student’s needs. Not only are they teachers, but a majority of them are sponsors for many clubs and organizations within the school. We are always pushed to our full potential, but given the tools to take on a challenge. Prairie School may be small, but it is full of amazing people who help students prepare for life, not only academically, but socially as well...Read 7 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 112 Students
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  19. Valley High School

    • Weld County Reorganized School District No. RE-1, CO
    • 9-12
    • 119 reviews

    Alum: My experience at Valley High School was not exactly how I imagined it to be, it was better! High school were the best days of my life. Being a student athlete was the best feeling ever. Always having a packed student section at sporting events was really what Valley Spirit was all about! Spirit assemblies were everyone's favorite because of all the organized speeches, events, and contests that took place in the gym. Don't even get my started on the staff at Valley High School because I could just go on and on about how amazing they were to all of us the past four years. I built such a strong relationship with more than half of the staff members at Valley and I still stay in touch with them today. I am forever grateful that I was apart of making lasting relationships. The numbers at Valley have continued to grow each school year. Being a student at Valley High School helped to shape me into the woman I am today...Read 119 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 547 Students
    • 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  22. Briggsdale Undivided High School

    • Weld County School District RE-1, CO
    • 6-12
    • 23 reviews

    Senior: I have been a student at Briggsdale Undivided High School since Kindergarten. I have had many opportunities to transfer to other schools, but there is no where else I'd rather be. The whole school and community is very supportive. The teachers are wonderful and the environment they provide is like no other...Read 23 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 99 Students
    • 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  23. Greeley West High School

    • Greeley-Evans School District 6, CO
    • 9-12
    • 205 reviews

    Senior: Greeley West High School is a place filled with dedicated and caring staff that never fail to make learning a wonderful thing. The family-feel of this school is truly wonderful and, when willing, the students are the heart of the building. The activities, extracurriculars, and overall environment is great. The new building will be a step up, for sure, but the quality of learning is already top notch! Acceptance of everybody and a 100% anti-bullying policy makes the building feel safe and comforting. Although a lot of this can depend on the students coming through the building, the teachers treat every student the same; rooting for everybody and their education. It’s a wonderful thing to be in this building with such amazing students and staff...Read 205 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,666 Students
    • 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  24. Northridge High School

    • Greeley-Evans School District 6, CO
    • 9-12
    • 114 reviews

    Senior: Northridge is a very diverse place, there's a lot of people with different backgrounds and experiences. My favorite part had to be the MCJROTC program, the instructors are people that push me to become better and they teach me new things everyday and I have worked my way in position and I am now the battalion Sergeant Major and I get to help others learn more about the program. Something that needs to be improved at Northridge is unity among the students, everyday in the halls students gather in different groups and some rarely every talk to each other...Read 114 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,157 Students
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  25. Fort Lupton High School

    • Weld County Reorganized School District No. RE-8, CO
    • 9-12
    • 74 reviews

    Junior: I like going to my high school because it's not too big and there are not that many kids. The teachers are all good and they make subjects easy to learn for the most part. The school food is ok depending on what they are serving, like their delicious yogurt or their chicken alfredo. The bathrooms are always clean and so are the classrooms and hallways. The students aren't really mean to each other, sure there are disagreements but never anything physical. The education there is good and I like being there...Read 74 Reviews

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 692 Students
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  26. Centennial Boces High School

    • Public School
    • GREELEY, CO
    • 11-12
    • 1 review

    Senior: teachers are nice and encouraging. From the beginning I felt welcomed at this school and comfortable wit the work. The teachers are available when I need them and assist me with work when needed. I am grateful for this opportunity so that I can graduate early and start my college education 1 year early. This program is a good fit for me and I would encourage others to attend and apply themselves...Read 1 Review

    • C+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 103 Students
    • 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  27. Weldon Valley Junior/Senior High School

    • Weldon Valley School District No. RE-20, CO
    • 7-12
    • 7 reviews

    Junior: I personally, love the small community and small school environment. The teachers are really more 1-on-1 there with their students, along with administration. Its a really great community to be involved in through the school. Overall, the whole education experience at Weldon Valley High School is phenomenal!...Read 7 Reviews

    • C
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 81 Students
    • 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  28. Weld Central Senior High School

    • Weld County School District RE-1, CO
    • 9-12
    • 126 reviews

    Sophomore: I love WCHS! Honestly, it's my favorite place to be, as my home away from home. This high school has proved to be my refuge many times over. They've always been accepting of my differences, and accommodating to certain health difficulties. There isn't much they could change, except perhaps settling the controversy surrounding our mascot by making a compromise, such as keeping our name of Rebels but changing the image we are portraying. I'll always appreciate everything Weld Central has done for me...Read 126 Reviews

    • C
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 702 Students
    • 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  29. Jefferson Junior/Senior High School

    • Greeley-Evans School District 6, CO
    • 7-12
    • 11 reviews

    Junior: I haven't been here long enough to really say much but from what I can see this school is good overall. There aren't many people here so it's easier to get closer to your teachers as well as the students. Something I noticed is that almost everyone is lively, but in a family kind of way. I like to describe it that everyone is comfortable enough to be themselves. Of course this school, just like any other, isn't made for everyone, but I think this school gives the students a bit more opportunities. It's more easier to get good grades, so if you are struggling or know someone that is struggling, I recommend going to this school. Though there is fights happening, and it's infamous so there will be a lot bad eyes/worry coming your way. ...To be honest this is the most friends I have in a long time, it's real fun to see many things, and you don't have to be outgoing to be seen as special.Read 11 Reviews

    • C minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 634 Students
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Cortona Academy

    • Private School
    • HERNDON, VA
    • 7-12
    • 22 reviews

    Senior: When I was younger, school was a source of confidence. I felt like I was good at it and could end the day feeling accomplished. As I got older, that changed. School became frustrating. It began to make me feel badly about myself. This was so discouraging and degrading. I started not wanting to go to school, not wanting to even try. My sophomore year I knew things had to change if I wanted to have a good future and go to a good college. We found Cortona Academy and, honestly, my life changed! Cortona Academy made me feel good about learning again and helped build-up my confidence. They made school less frustrating, making sure I understood something before moving on, making certain I had a strong foundation and could successfully tackle any subject put in my path. Cortona Academy helped bring up my GPA and, most importantly, helped me feel ready for college. I no longer feel discouraged; I no longer feel like I can't. Cortona Academy has shown me that I “can,” no matter what...Read 22 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 75 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    Cape Henry Collegiate

    • Private School
    • VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
    • PK, K-12
    • 75 reviews

    Parent: We are at CHC because of teachers/coaches like Lacrosse Coach Joe Thompson. He inspired my daughter in 7th-grade history class & my 10th-grade son who has never played the sport into joining his Lacrosse team. Coach Thompson motivates those around him. He is purposeful, educated, experienced, & an example of what sets CHC apart from other schools! He is a UVA FINAL FOUR player. Read Coach Thompson's experience below. It is because of teachers like him that my kids attend Cape Henry Collegiate and not Norfolk Academy. #dolphinproud...Coach Thompson played at St. Mary's High in Annapolis before heading to UVA. He was team captain when the Cavaliers made the Final Four in 2005 receiving the team's Thomas C. Rixey award for spirit & inspiration. Thompson was a UVA assistant & was the head coach at Sacred Heart Prep in Atherton, Calif., & his alma mater before serving the past two seasons as offensive coordinator at Maryland power Loyola Blakefield...Read 75 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,045 Students
    • 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School

    • Private School
    • ALEXANDRIA, VA
    • PK, K-12
    • 131 reviews

    Parent: We have experienced the lower, middle, and upper schools and our children have had extraordinary teachers who have taken the time to get to know and appreciate them as individuals. Small class size (around 16 kids per class) contributes to this, but it’s just as much about the genuine interest and care that they show our children. Every time our teenagers rave about their teachers at dinner (a frequent occurrence!) my wife and I feel so fortunate that the strong connections they formed with teachers in the Lower School have been replicated in the other divisions. Our kids have different strengths and interests and they have each found a home and great friends through academics, the arts and athletics. Speaking of the arts, our daughter was so excited to watch the Tonys with friends and then learn that next year’s theater/arts trip to NYC will include seeing Hadestown and having dinner with the cast!...Read 131 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,183 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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