What types of schools are available in Golden, Colorado?

Golden, 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 Golden, Colorado

Q: How many schools are in Golden, Colorado?

There are 15 schools in Golden, Colorado, serving 7,257 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Golden?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Golden, 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 15 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

7,257

Total Students

Across Golden

15.4:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

15 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)3 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)11 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 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 1,469 students at Golden High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 2:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

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

Golden View Classical Academy

charter schoolhighK-12

601 Corporate Circle, Golden, CO 80401

Jefferson Academy Coal Creek Canyon

publicmiddlePK-8

11719 Ranch Elsie Road, Golden, CO 80403

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

1001 Ulysses Street, Golden, CO 80401

Fairmount Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

15975 West 50Th Avenue, Golden, CO 80403

701 24Th Street, Golden, CO 80401

Kyffin Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

205 North Flora Way, Golden, CO 80401

Maple Grove Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

3085 Alkire Street, Golden, CO 80401

Mitchell Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

200 Rubey Drive, Golden, CO 80403

Ralston Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

25856 Columbine Glen, Golden, CO 80401

Welchester Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

13000 West 10Th Avenue, Golden, CO 80401

Shelton Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

420 Crawford Street, Golden, CO 80401

Compass Montessori - Golden Charter School

charter schoolhighPK-12

4441 Salvia Street, Golden, CO 80403

Free Horizon Montessori

publicmiddlePK-8

15920 W 10Th Ave, Golden, CO 80401

Connections Learning Center On The Earle Johnson Campus

publichighGrade 6-9

1200 Johnson Road, Golden, CO 80401

Jeffco Virtual Academy

publichighGrade 6-12

1829 Denver West Drive Bldg #27, Golden, CO 80401

Detailed Overview of Schools in Golden

Golden, Colorado is home to 15 schools serving over 7,257 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 →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Golden, Colorado?

There are 15 schools in Golden, serving 7,257 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Golden?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Golden 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 Golden?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Golden is 15.4:1.

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