Best Schools in Commerce City, Colorado
24 schools · 13 Elementary · 4 Middle · 4 High · 3 Other
Choosing a school in Commerce City?
Use this page to compare every school in Commerce City by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Victory Preparatory Academy High State Charter Sch
High · State Charter School Institute. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Reunion Elementary School
Elementary · School District 27j. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Rocky Mountain Lutheran High School
High. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Commerce City for 2026 are Victory Preparatory Academy High State Charter Sch (8.5/10), Reunion Elementary School (7.7/10), and Rocky Mountain Lutheran High School (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 19 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
24
22 public · 2 private
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$448,400
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
24
22 public · 2 private
Avg Score
4.7
out of 10
Median Home
$448,400
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 8.5/10 despite 84% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 3.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Commerce City schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Commerce City
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (19 of 24). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Victory Preparatory Academy High State Charter Sch | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Reunion Elementary School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Rocky Mountain Lutheran High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Landmark Academy at Reunion | 6.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Victory Preparatory Academy Middle State Charter S | 5.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Adams City High School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Kemp Elementary School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Dupont Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 9 | Monaco Elementary School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 10 | Central Elementary School | 4.3 / 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
- 4.7/10
- Median household income
- $98,858
- Median home value
- $448,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 29 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
9% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Commerce City compares
Colorado rank
#113 of 125
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.5
below Colorado avg (6.2)
Median household income
$99k
114% of Colorado median
Schools in this city
23
About Schools in Commerce City, Colorado
Commerce City's public school landscape spans 22 ranked schools with an average score of 4.7 out of 10. That average signals meaningful variation across the city — the distance from the lowest-rated schools to the top tier is wide, and where a child is assigned matters. Parents starting their search here should treat school selection as a primary factor, not a secondary one.
The city's strongest K-12 academic option is Adams City High School, which scores 6.3 — well above the city's 4.7 average and the top-ranked secondary school in Commerce City. Two elementary schools, Kemp (5.8) and Dupont (5.7), lead the primary grades and also clear the city average by a solid margin. Families interested in charter options have Victory Preparatory Academy High State Charter School, which scores 5.7 and matches the performance of the city's strongest traditional elementaries at the high school level. Mildred L. Sanville Preschool tops the full city rankings with a 6.9 — the highest score in Commerce City overall — making it the standout choice for early childhood.
With a city average of 4.7 across 22 schools, a significant portion of ranked options fall at or below that midpoint. The five top performers all score between 5.7 and 6.9, meaning they sit meaningfully above the typical Commerce City school — but they don't represent the default experience. The quality split between a well-chosen school and a default neighborhood assignment can be substantial.
For parents actively comparing options, the practical move is to prioritize attendance zone research before committing to a neighborhood. Adams City High, Kemp Elementary, and Dupont Elementary are the clearest targets in their respective grade bands. Families who want a charter path at the high school level should evaluate Victory Preparatory Academy, which competes closely with the city's best traditional options. Commerce City's school picture rewards deliberate research: 22 schools, a 4.7 average, and a handful of standouts that clear it by a meaningful margin.
Elementary Schools
13 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 736 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 798 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.3 |
| 3 | 487 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.9 |
| 4 | 435 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.7 |
| 5 | 371 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.6 |
| 6 | 367 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.3 |
| 7 | 643 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.3 |
| 8 | 315 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.2 |
| 9 | 323 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.0 |
| 10 | 449 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.9 |
Show all 13 elementary schools in Commerce City
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 170 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
| 2 | 741 students · 6th–8th | 4.1 |
| 3 | 634 students · 6th–8th | 3.5 |
| 4 | 498 students · 6th–8th | 2.8 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 144 students · 9th–12th | 8.5 | ||
| 2 | 1,586 students · 9th–12th | 5.3 | ||
| 3 | 217 students · 9th–12th | 3.5 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 54 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 | ||
Other Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 43 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.2 |
| 2 | 74 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.2 |
| 3 | 370 students · 9th–11th | 2.8 |
Schools in Commerce City
Commerce City, Colorado · 24 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$98,858
Median Home Value
$448,400
Median Rent
$1,507/mo
Population
59,556
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Community Profile
Commerce City has a median household income of $98,858. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $448,400, with a median rent of $1,507/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.8%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Colorado
- Elementary
- 13
- Middle
- 4
- High
- 4
- Other
- 3
Resources
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Commerce City, Colorado
How many schools are in Commerce City, Colorado?
Commerce City has 24 schools, including 22 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Commerce City, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Commerce City is 4.7 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 Commerce City, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Commerce City on MySchoolScout is Victory Preparatory Academy High State Charter Sch with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Commerce City, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Commerce City on MySchoolScout is Reunion Elementary School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Commerce City, Colorado?
The top-ranked middle school in Commerce City on MySchoolScout is Victory Preparatory Academy Middle State Charter S with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best high school in Commerce City, Colorado?
The top-ranked high school in Commerce City on MySchoolScout is Victory Preparatory Academy High State Charter Sch with a composite score of 8.5/10.
How many school districts serve Commerce City, Colorado?
Commerce City is served by 3 school districts: State Charter School Institute, School District N. 14 in the County of Adams & State of Colo, School District 27j.
What is the education level in Commerce City, Colorado?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Commerce City have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Commerce City, Colorado?
The median household income in Commerce City is approximately $98,858 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Commerce City, Colorado?
Yes, Commerce City has 2 private schools alongside 22 public schools. The top-rated private school is Rocky Mountain Lutheran High School with a score of 6.5/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Commerce City, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Commerce City is 19.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Commerce City, 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.