Best Schools in Evergreen, Colorado
14 schools · 9 Elementary · 3 Middle · 2 High
Choosing a school in Evergreen?
Use this page to compare every school in Evergreen 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.
Wilmot Elementary School
Elementary · Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Marshdale Elementary School
Elementary · Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Rocky Mountain Academy of Evergreen
Elementary · Jefferson County School District No. R-1. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Evergreen for 2026 are Wilmot Elementary School (9.1/10), Marshdale Elementary School (8.2/10), and Rocky Mountain Academy of Evergreen (8.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 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
14
10 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$838,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
14
10 public · 4 private
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$838,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 9.1/10 despite 17% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 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 Evergreen schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Evergreen
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 rated schools; 14 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wilmot Elementary School | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Marshdale Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Rocky Mountain Academy of Evergreen | 8.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Evergreen High School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Clear Creek Middle School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Clear Creek High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Bergen Valley Intermediate School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Evergreen Middle School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 9 | King-Murphy Elementary School | 4.8 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $152,156
- Median home value
- $838,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 71%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
42% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Evergreen compares
Colorado rank
#27 of 126
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Colorado avg (6.4)
Median household income
$152k
176% of Colorado median
Schools in this city
12
Jefferson County School District No. R-1 runs 70% of Evergreen's public schools
Evergreen touches 2 districts, but Jefferson County School District No. R-1 is the one most addresses actually attend.
Jefferson County School District No. R-1 accounts for 7 of 10 public schools (70%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 3.
Among 9 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.8 to 9.1 — the spread is inside Evergreen, not a citywide average.
- Jefferson County School District No. R-17 public · 70%
- Clear Creek School District No. Re-13 public · 30%
About Schools in Evergreen, Colorado
Evergreen, Colorado is home to 14 schools, including 10 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 9 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Evergreen show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Evergreen is Wilmot Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Evergreen is served by 2 school districts: Clear Creek School District No. Re-1, Jefferson County School District No. R-1. These districts collectively serve 74,903 students.
Evergreen's community shows 71% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $152,156. The poverty rate in the area is 4.0%.
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
9 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 334 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.1 | ||
| 2 | 369 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.2 | ||
| 3 | 351 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.1 | ||
| 4 | 262 students · Pre-K–2nd | 6.9 | ||
| 5 | 215 students · 3rd–5th | 6.2 | ||
| 6 | 151 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.8 | ||
Private Schools3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Evergreen Country Day SchoolPrivate 141 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 77 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | 11 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 87 students · 7th–8th | 7.6 | ||
| 2 | 487 students · 6th–8th | 5.5 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Vertical Skills AcademyPrivate 28 students · 2nd–7th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 931 students · 9th–12th | 7.7 |
| 2 | 189 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
Schools in Evergreen
Evergreen, Colorado · 14 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$152,156
Median Home Value
$838,000
Median Rent
$1,870/mo
Population
24,877
College Educated
71%
Homeownership
89%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
4.0%
Community Profile
Evergreen has a median household income of $152,156. It is a well-educated community where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $838,000, with a median rent of $1,870/month. The local poverty rate of 4.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Colorado
- Elementary
- 9
- Middle
- 3
- High
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Evergreen, Colorado
How many schools are in Evergreen, Colorado?
Evergreen has 14 schools, including 10 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Evergreen, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Evergreen is 6.9 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 Evergreen, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Evergreen on MySchoolScout is Wilmot Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Evergreen, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Evergreen on MySchoolScout is Wilmot Elementary School with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Evergreen, Colorado?
The top-ranked middle school in Evergreen on MySchoolScout is Clear Creek Middle School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Evergreen, Colorado?
The top-ranked high school in Evergreen on MySchoolScout is Evergreen High School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Evergreen, Colorado?
Evergreen is served by 2 school districts: Clear Creek School District No. Re-1, Jefferson County School District No. R-1.
What is the education level in Evergreen, Colorado?
According to Census data, 71% of adults in Evergreen have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Evergreen, Colorado?
The median household income in Evergreen is approximately $152,156 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Evergreen, Colorado?
Yes, Evergreen has 4 private schools alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Evergreen Country Day School with a score of 6.9/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Evergreen, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Evergreen is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Evergreen, 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.