What types of schools are available in Brighton, Colorado?

Brighton, Colorado offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Brighton, Colorado

Q: How many schools are in Brighton, Colorado?

There are 18 schools in Brighton, Colorado, serving 11,368 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Brighton?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Brighton, Colorado, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 18 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

11,368

Total Students

Across Brighton

18.3:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

18 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)6 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)9 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)3 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,966 students at Horizon High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 7:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Overland Trail Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

455 North 19Th Avenue, Brighton, CO 80601

Glacier Peak Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

12060 Jasmine Street, Brighton, CO 80605

5321 East 136Th Avenue, Brighton, CO 80601

Elaine S. Padilla Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

5505 Longs Peak Street, Brighton, CO 80601

charter schoolmiddleK-8

340 South 45Th Avenue, Brighton, CO 80601

charter schoolhighGrade 9-12

3551 Southern Street, Brighton, CO 80601

publicelementaryPK-PK

89 N 6Th Ave, Brighton, CO 80601

Prairie Vista Youth Services Center

publichighGrade 4-12

192 Bromley Business Parkway, Brighton, CO 80603

Mary E Pennock Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

3707 Estrella Street, Brighton, CO 80601

89 N. 6Th Avenue, Brighton, CO 80601

Bromley East Charter School

charter schoolmiddlePK-8

356 Longspur Drive, Brighton, CO 80601

Innovations & Options

publichighGrade 6-12

830 Bridge Street, Brighton, CO 80601

Southeast Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

1595 Southern Street, Brighton, CO 80601

South Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

305 South 5Th Avenue, Brighton, CO 80601

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

879 Jessup Street, Brighton, CO 80601

Northeast Elementary School

publicmiddlePK-6

1605 Longspeak, Brighton, CO 80601

270 South 8Th Avenue, Brighton, CO 80601

Ascent Classical Academy Of Northern Denver

publicmiddleK-8

1800 E Longs Peak St, Brighton, CO 80601

Detailed Overview of Schools in Brighton

Brighton, Colorado is home to 18 schools serving over 11,368 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

Schoolary Research Team

Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Brighton, Colorado?

There are 18 schools in Brighton, serving 11,368 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Brighton?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Brighton include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Brighton?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Brighton is 18.3:1.

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