Best Schools in Edgewater, Colorado
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
Choosing a school in Edgewater?
Use this page to compare every school in Edgewater by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Jefferson Junior/senior High School
High · Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Edgewater Elementary School
Elementary · Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lumberg Elementary School
Elementary · Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Edgewater for 2026 are Jefferson Junior/senior High School (5.1/10), Edgewater Elementary School (4.5/10), and Lumberg Elementary School (3.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.3
out of 10
Median Home
$519,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
4.3
out of 10
Median Home
$519,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Edgewater
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jefferson Junior/senior High School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Edgewater Elementary School | 4.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Lumberg Elementary School | 3.2 / 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
- 4.3/10
- Median household income
- $74,259
- Median home value
- $519,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 40%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Edgewater compares
Colorado rank
#121 of 125
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-2.0
below Colorado avg (6.2)
Median household income
$74k
86% of Colorado median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Edgewater, Colorado
Edgewater, Colorado is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.3 out of 10, schools in Edgewater 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 Edgewater is Jefferson Junior/senior High School with a composite score of 5.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Edgewater is served by 1 school district: Jefferson County School District No. R-1. These districts collectively serve 74,251 students.
Edgewater's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $74,259. The poverty rate in the area is 14.7%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 319 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.5 |
| 2 | 532 students · Pre-K–6th | 3.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 594 students · 7th–12th | 5.1 |
Schools in Edgewater
Edgewater, Colorado · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$74,259
Median Home Value
$519,900
Median Rent
$1,516/mo
Population
26,759
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
40%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Community Profile
Edgewater has a median household income of $74,259. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $519,900, with a median rent of $1,516/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.7%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Colorado
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Edgewater, Colorado
How many schools are in Edgewater, Colorado?
Edgewater has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Edgewater, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Edgewater is 4.3 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 Edgewater, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Edgewater on MySchoolScout is Jefferson Junior/senior High School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Edgewater, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Edgewater on MySchoolScout is Edgewater Elementary School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
What is the best high school in Edgewater, Colorado?
The top-ranked high school in Edgewater on MySchoolScout is Jefferson Junior/senior High School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
How many school districts serve Edgewater, Colorado?
Edgewater is served by 1 school district: Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
What is the education level in Edgewater, Colorado?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in Edgewater have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Edgewater, Colorado?
The median household income in Edgewater is approximately $74,259 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Edgewater, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Edgewater is 15.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Edgewater, 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.