What types of schools are available in Highlands Ranch, Colorado?

Highlands Ranch, 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 Highlands Ranch, Colorado

Q: How many schools are in Highlands Ranch, Colorado?

There are 26 schools in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, serving 19,878 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Highlands Ranch?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Highlands Ranch, 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 26 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

19,878

Total Students

Across Highlands Ranch

16.1:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

26 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

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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)1 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)5 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 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 1,323 students at Highlands Ranch High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 13:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

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

Cougar Run Elementary School

publicmiddleK-6

8780 Venneford Ranch Road, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126

Sand Creek Elementary School

publicmiddlePK-6

8898 South Maplewood Drive, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126

Northridge Elementary School

publicmiddlePK-6

555 South Park Road, Highlands Ranch, CO 80126

Highlands Ranch High School

publichighGrade 9-12

9375 Cresthill Lane, Highlands Ranch, CO 80130

Fox Creek Elementary School

publicmiddlePK-6

6585 Collegiate Drive, Highlands Ranch, CO 80130

Coyote Creek Elementary School

publicmiddlePK-6

2861 Baneberry Court, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Highlands Ranch

Highlands Ranch, Colorado is home to 26 schools serving over 19,878 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Highlands Ranch, Colorado?

There are 26 schools in Highlands Ranch, serving 19,878 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Highlands Ranch?

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

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Highlands Ranch is 16.1:1.

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