Best Schools in Niwot, Colorado
4 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 High
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Niwot High School
High · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Niwot Elementary School
Elementary · St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
4
2 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$704,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
2 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$704,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Niwot
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 rated schools; 4 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Niwot High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Niwot Elementary School | 5.5 / 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $118,465
- Median home value
- $704,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 60%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Niwot compares
Colorado rank
#53 of 126
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Colorado avg (6.4)
Median household income
$118k
137% of Colorado median
Schools in this city
4
St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j runs Niwot's public schools
2 public schools. St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Niwot is a St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j school (2 of 2).
Among 2 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.5 to 6.5 — the spread is inside Niwot, not a citywide average.
About Schools in Niwot, Colorado
Niwot, Colorado is home to 4 schools, including 2 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Niwot 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 Niwot is Boulder Valley Waldorf School with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Niwot is served by 1 school district: St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1J. These districts collectively serve 31,757 students.
Niwot's community shows 60% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $118,465. The poverty rate in the area is 5.1%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 407 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.5 | ||
Private Schools2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 95 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 98 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,466 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Niwot
Niwot, Colorado · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$118,465
Median Home Value
$704,800
Median Rent
$1,843/mo
Population
36,206
College Educated
60%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Community Profile
Niwot has a median household income of $118,465. It is a well-educated community where 60% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $704,800, with a median rent of $1,843/month. The local poverty rate of 5.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Colorado
- Elementary
- 3
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Niwot, Colorado
How many schools are in Niwot, Colorado?
Niwot has 4 schools, including 2 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Niwot, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Niwot is 6.4 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 Niwot, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Niwot on MySchoolScout is Niwot High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Niwot, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Niwot on MySchoolScout is Niwot Elementary School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best high school in Niwot, Colorado?
The top-ranked high school in Niwot on MySchoolScout is Niwot High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
How many school districts serve Niwot, Colorado?
Niwot is served by 1 school district: St. Vrain Valley School District No. Re1j.
What is the education level in Niwot, Colorado?
According to Census data, 60% of adults in Niwot have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Niwot, Colorado?
The median household income in Niwot is approximately $118,465 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Niwot, Colorado?
Yes, Niwot has 2 private schools alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Boulder Valley Waldorf School with a score of 7.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Niwot, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Niwot is 12.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Niwot, 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.