Schools In The Denver Area

Drawing upon the adventurous spirit of the Rocky Mountain West, we challenge students, one course at a time, to develop those habits of intellect and imagination that will prepare them for learning and leadership throughout their lives.

As one of our nation's leading research universities, Colorado State University is committed to realizing its vision as a 21st century land-grant university. Last year, CSU awarded degrees to over 5,000 graduates, attracted more than $220 million in research funding and contributed to the prosperity of Colorado and the nation with new graduates; advances in science, technology and learning; and community enrichment via the arts, humanities and the intellectual richness of a great research university.

Academic excellence. Metropolitan State College of Denver is a comprehensive, public four-year institution granting bachelors degrees through its three schools: Business, Professional Studies, and Letters, Arts and Sciences

Founded in 1876 in Boulder, this is the original campus of the University of Colorado. Built in the shadow of the Flatirons. The Boulder campus is often recognized as one of the most beautiful campuses in the nation.

Since our founding in 1864, the University of Denver has been inextricably linked to the city and region we call home. DU benefits from a dynamic metropolis that consistently strives to offer a better life to its citizens.

Aurora an Eastern suburb of Denver, Colorado, is an extremely diverse and active community. Minutes from downtown Denver as well as the Rocky Mountains, Aurora residents have access to numerous cultural as well as recreational facilities.

The Cherry Creek School District is committed to its mission "to inspire every student to think, to learn, to achieve, to care." To us that means providing the best possible academic opportunities for all children, enabling them to reach their highest potential to be successful in the 21st century. We always have and will continue to "put our children first."

Widely recognized today as one of the best urban school systems in the country, Denver Public Schools serves the residents of the City and County of Denver, Colorado.

Douglas County occupies 860 square miles of space between Colorado's two main economic Centers: Denver and Colorado Springs. Douglas County School District maintains its position as a "lighthouse" district with many innovative programs and educational approaches.

Explore our web site and find all that our district has to offer to students, their families, our staff and community. You will find links to our five elementary, three middle, and two high schools and to our Early Childhood Education program. Each of our administrative departments provides valuable information for all members of the Englewood Schools community and for those of you who are seeking employment or for that special school or program for your children.

Welcome to Jeffco Public Schools, the educational home of more than 85,000 of Colorado's finest students. Step inside one of our 148 schools and you will see a staff dedicated to building a bright future for every student. Our staff is supported by a committed school board, involved parents and a caring community that combine to provide quality education that prepares all children for a successful future.

Littleton Public Schools encompasses 28 square miles and serves the majority of the City of Littleton, Town of Columbine Valley, and portions of the municipalities of Bow Mar, Centennial, Greenwood Village, and Englewood. Located south of downtown Denver, these communities are considered part of the Denver metro area.

The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) is the administrative arm of the Colorado State Board of Education. With an organizational commitment to high standards, challenging assessments, and rigorous accountability measures, CDE serves the preK-12 public education, adult education and family literacy, and library communities of Colorado.

Here you will find valuable information about individual schools across Colorado. Among many other items, you can learn about a school's academic performance, CSAP results, safety and discipline incidents, student/teacher ratio, teacher qualifications and how taxpayer dollars are spent.