Best Schools in Louisville, Colorado
10 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
Choosing a school in Louisville?
Use this page to compare every school in Louisville 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.
Monarch K-8 School
Elementary · Boulder Valley School District No. Re2. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Louisville Elementary School
Elementary · Boulder Valley School District No. Re2. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Fireside Elementary School
Elementary · Boulder Valley School District No. Re2. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Louisville for 2026 are Monarch K-8 School (9.0/10), Louisville Elementary School (8.6/10), and Fireside Elementary School (8.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
10
6 public · 4 private
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$822,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
10
6 public · 4 private
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$822,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Louisville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 rated schools; 10 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Monarch K-8 School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Louisville Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Fireside Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Louisville Middle School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Monarch High School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 6 | Coal Creek Elementary School | 7.4 / 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
- 8.0/10
- Median household income
- $153,165
- Median home value
- $822,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 72%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Louisville compares
Colorado rank
#3 of 126
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.6
above Colorado avg (6.4)
Median household income
$153k
177% of Colorado median
Schools in this city
7
Boulder Valley School District No. Re2 runs Louisville's public schools
6 public schools. Boulder Valley School District No. Re2 is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Louisville is a Boulder Valley School District No. Re2 school (6 of 6).
Among 6 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 7.4 to 9.0 — the spread is inside Louisville, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Louisville, Colorado
Louisville, Colorado is home to 10 schools, including 6 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Louisville perform strongly 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 Louisville is Monarch K-8 School with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Louisville is served by 1 school district: Boulder Valley School District No. Re2. These districts collectively serve 28,357 students.
Louisville's community shows 72% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $153,165. The poverty rate in the area is 4.2%.
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
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 738 students · Pre-K–8th | 9.0 | ||
| 2 | 440 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 | ||
| 3 | 436 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.6 | ||
| 4 | 324 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 | ||
Private Schools3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Louis Catholic SchoolPrivate 93 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Louisville Montessori SchoolPrivate 1 students · Pre-K–TK | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Treehouse LearningPrivate 10 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 610 students · 6th–8th | 7.7 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,447 students · 9th–12th | 7.5 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 29 students · 6th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Louisville
Louisville, Colorado · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$153,165
Median Home Value
$822,700
Median Rent
$2,234/mo
Population
33,998
College Educated
72%
Homeownership
68%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Community Profile
Louisville has a median household income of $153,165. It is a well-educated community where 72% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $822,700, with a median rent of $2,234/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Colorado
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
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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.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Louisville, Colorado
How many schools are in Louisville, Colorado?
Louisville has 10 schools, including 6 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Louisville, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Louisville is 8.0 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 Louisville, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Louisville on MySchoolScout is Monarch K-8 School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Louisville, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Louisville on MySchoolScout is Monarch K-8 School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Louisville, Colorado?
The top-ranked middle school in Louisville on MySchoolScout is Louisville Middle School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What is the best high school in Louisville, Colorado?
The top-ranked high school in Louisville on MySchoolScout is Monarch High School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Louisville, Colorado?
Louisville is served by 1 school district: Boulder Valley School District No. Re2.
What is the education level in Louisville, Colorado?
According to Census data, 72% of adults in Louisville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Louisville, Colorado?
The median household income in Louisville is approximately $153,165 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Louisville, Colorado?
Yes, Louisville has 4 private schools alongside 6 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Louis Catholic School with a score of 7.3/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Louisville, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Louisville 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 Louisville, 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.