For the 2026 school year, there are 186 top school districts in Colorado, serving 865,055 students.
The most diverse district is Cherry Creek School District No.
5 In The County Of Arapah, with a diversity score of 0.72.
The largest school district is School District No. 1 In The County Of Denver And State Of C, serving 90,471 students.
The highest graduation rate school district is Cheyenne Mountain School District No.
12 In The County Of E, with 97% graduation rate.
Top Colorado School Districts (2026)
School District
# Students
Diversity Score
Graduation %
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