Best Schools in Englewood, Colorado
28 schools · 9 Elementary · 3 Middle · 9 High · 7 Other
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $104,344
- Median home value
- $668,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 58%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 56%
31% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Englewood compares
Colorado rank
#67 of 125
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Colorado avg (6.3)
Median household income
$104k
121% of Colorado median
Schools in this city
26
About Schools in Englewood, Colorado
Englewood, Colorado gives parents 21 ranked public schools to evaluate, spanning elementary through high school, with an average score of 6.2 out of 10. That average sits solidly in mid-range territory, but the spread is what matters most: seven schools — exactly one-third of the total — score 7.0 or higher, meaning high-performing options are genuinely accessible here, not statistical outliers.
The elementary tier carries the city's strongest numbers. Dry Creek Elementary School leads every school in Englewood with a 9.5 out of 10, making it one of the top-scoring individual schools a parent in this market will find. Cottonwood Creek Elementary follows at 8.9, giving families two near-elite elementary options within the same city. Parker Performing Arts (7.7) and Wm E Bishop Elementary (7.5) round out a deep upper tier at the elementary level — four elementary schools clearing 7.5 is a meaningful concentration of quality for a city of this size.
The middle school picture narrows, as it typically does. Englewood Middle School scores a 7.5, matching Bishop Elementary and landing it cleanly in the top third of the city's 21 schools. That score gives parents reasonable confidence that strong elementary momentum can carry forward without a steep transition drop.
The practical takeaway for parents: Englewood is not a uniform district where school choice matters little. With an average of 6.2 but a top score of 9.5, the gap between the median school and the best school is substantial. Address-based assignment matters here — proximity to Dry Creek or Cottonwood Creek Elementary translates directly to access to a 9.5 or 8.9-rated school. Parents willing to investigate open enrollment, magnet options like Parker Performing Arts, or attendance boundary edge cases will find real performance upside. Families assigned to schools below the 6.2 average have clear, nearby benchmarks worth pursuing. Research your specific attendance zone early, then check whether the high-scoring alternatives have open seats.
Elementary Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 275 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.2 | ||
| 2 | 521 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 | ||
| 3 | 193 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.8 | ||
| 4 | 619 students · Kindergarten–8th | 7.3 | ||
| 5 | 294 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.2 | ||
| 6 | 182 students · Kindergarten–2nd | 6.9 | ||
| 7 | 379 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.8 | ||
| 8 | 214 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.6 | ||
| 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 | ALL SOULS CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Private
259 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 187 students · 7th–8th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 98 students · 6th–9th | 6.0 |
| 3 | 307 students · 6th–8th | 2.8 |
High Schools
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 88 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 | ||
| 2 | 67 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 | ||
| 3 | 223 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 | ||
| 4 | 541 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 | ||
| 5 | 293 students · 9th–12th | 4.6 | ||
| 6 | 1,061 students · 9th–12th | 3.8 | ||
| 7 | 325 students · 6th–12th | — | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | KENT DENVER SCHOOL
Private
740 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | HUMANEX ACADEMY
Private
40 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 117 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 7.2 | ||
| 2 | 930 students · Kindergarten–12th | 6.3 | ||
| 3 | 752 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.4 | ||
| 4 | 239 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.8 | ||
| 5 | 1,652 students · Kindergarten–12th | — | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | ST MARY'S ACADEMY
Private
666 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | THE JOSHUA SCHOOL
Private
55 students · Kindergarten–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Englewood
Englewood, Colorado · 28 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 4 ZIP codes
Median Income
$104,344
Median Home Value
$668,300
Median Rent
$1,795/mo
Population
114,898
College Educated
58%
Homeownership
56%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
6.0%
Community Profile
Englewood has a median household income of $104,344. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $668,300, with a median rent of $1,795/month. The local poverty rate of 6.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Quick Facts
- State
- Colorado
- Total Schools
- 28
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 9
- Districts
- 8
- Avg Rating
- 6.3/10
Resources
School Districts (8)
State Charter School Institute
44 schools · 19,593 students
EDUCATION REENVISIONED BOCES
9 schools · 4,113 students
School District 27J
33 schools · 23,139 students
Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the county of Arapah
70 schools · 51,808 students
Douglas County School District No. Re 1
89 schools · 61,409 students
Durango School District No. 9-R
13 schools · 5,146 students
Englewood School District No. 1 in the county of Arapahoe
9 schools · 2,368 students
Sheridan School District No. 2
5 schools · 1,058 students
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How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Englewood, Colorado
How many schools are in Englewood, Colorado?
Englewood has 28 schools, including 23 public and 5 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Englewood, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Englewood is 6.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.
What is the top-ranked school in Englewood, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Englewood on MySchoolScout is Dry Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Englewood, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Englewood on MySchoolScout is Dry Creek Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Englewood, Colorado?
The top-ranked middle school in Englewood on MySchoolScout is Englewood Middle School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Englewood, Colorado?
The top-ranked high school in Englewood on MySchoolScout is Soar Academy with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Englewood, Colorado?
Englewood is served by 8 school districts: State Charter School Institute, Education Reenvisioned Boces, School District 27j, Cherry Creek School District No. 5 in the County of Arapah, Douglas County School District No. Re 1, Durango School District No. 9-r, Englewood School District No. 1 in the County of Arapahoe, Sheridan School District No. 2.
What is the education level in Englewood, Colorado?
According to Census data, 58% of adults in Englewood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Englewood, Colorado?
The median household income in Englewood is approximately $104,344 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Englewood, Colorado?
Yes, Englewood has 5 private schools alongside 23 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Mary's Academy with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Englewood, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Englewood 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 Englewood, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.
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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.