Best Schools in Frederick, Colorado
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Frederick?
Use this page to compare every school in Frederick by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Grand View Elementary
Elementary · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Frederick Senior High School
High · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Legacy Elementary School
Elementary · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Frederick for 2026 are Grand View Elementary (8.1/10), Frederick Senior High School (5.8/10), and Legacy Elementary School (4.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$563,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
4.9
out of 10
Median Home
$563,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Frederick
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grand View Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Frederick Senior High School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Legacy Elementary School | 4.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Carbon Valley Academy | 4.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Thunder Valley Pk-8 | 3.7 / 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
- 4.9/10
- Median household income
- $130,144
- Median home value
- $563,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 44%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Frederick compares
Colorado rank
#109 of 125
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.4
below Colorado avg (6.2)
Median household income
$130k
151% of Colorado median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Frederick, Colorado
Frederick, Colorado is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.9 out of 10, schools in Frederick 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 Frederick is Grand View Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Frederick is served by 1 school district: St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J. These districts collectively serve 31,757 students.
Frederick's community shows 44% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $130,144. The poverty rate in the area is 4.4%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 438 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 442 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.1 |
| 3 | 250 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.0 |
| 4 | 857 students · Pre-K–8th | 3.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,460 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 257 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 3.5 |
Schools in Frederick
Frederick, Colorado · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes
Median Income
$130,144
Median Home Value
$563,100
Median Rent
$2,265/mo
Population
104,509
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
87%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Community Profile
Frederick has a median household income of $130,144. It is a well-educated community where 44% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $563,100, with a median rent of $2,265/month. The local poverty rate of 4.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Colorado
- Elementary
- 4
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Frederick, Colorado
How many schools are in Frederick, Colorado?
Frederick has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Frederick, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Frederick is 4.9 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 Frederick, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Frederick on MySchoolScout is Grand View Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Frederick, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Frederick on MySchoolScout is Grand View Elementary with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best high school in Frederick, Colorado?
The top-ranked high school in Frederick on MySchoolScout is Frederick Senior High School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Frederick, Colorado?
Frederick is served by 1 school district: St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j.
What is the education level in Frederick, Colorado?
According to Census data, 44% of adults in Frederick have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Frederick, Colorado?
The median household income in Frederick is approximately $130,144 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Frederick, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Frederick is 18.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Frederick, 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.