Best Schools in Castle Pines, Colorado
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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American Academy
Elementary · Douglas County School District No. Re 1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$813,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$813,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Castle Pines
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | American Academy | 6.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $178,670
- Median home value
- $813,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 66%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Castle Pines compares
Median household income
$179k
207% of Colorado median
About Schools in Castle Pines, Colorado
Castle Pines, Colorado is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Castle Pines show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Castle Pines is American Academy with a composite score of 6.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Castle Pines is served by 1 school district: Douglas County School District No. Re 1. These districts collectively serve 61,409 students.
Castle Pines's community shows 66% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $178,670. The poverty rate in the area is 3.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,579 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.2 |
Schools in Castle Pines
Castle Pines, Colorado · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$178,670
Median Home Value
$813,500
Median Rent
$1,995/mo
Population
35,485
College Educated
66%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Community Profile
Castle Pines has a median household income of $178,670. It is a well-educated community where 66% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $813,500, with a median rent of $1,995/month. The local poverty rate of 3.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Colorado
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Castle Pines, Colorado
How many schools are in Castle Pines, Colorado?
Castle Pines has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Castle Pines, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Castle Pines is 6.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Castle Pines, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Castle Pines on MySchoolScout is American Academy with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Castle Pines, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Castle Pines on MySchoolScout is American Academy with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Castle Pines, Colorado?
Castle Pines is served by 1 school district: Douglas County School District No. Re 1.
What is the education level in Castle Pines, Colorado?
According to Census data, 66% of adults in Castle Pines have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Castle Pines, Colorado?
The median household income in Castle Pines is approximately $178,670 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Castle Pines, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Castle Pines is 16.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Castle Pines, Colorado?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Colorado Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.