Best Schools in Windsor, Colorado
12 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 4 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Windsor?
Use this page to compare every school in Windsor by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Windsor Charter Academy Early College High School
High · Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-4. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Grandview Elementary School
Elementary · Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-4. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Windsor Charter Academy Elementary School
Elementary · Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-4. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Windsor for 2026 are Windsor Charter Academy Early College High School (7.6/10), Grandview Elementary School (7.0/10), and Windsor Charter Academy Elementary School (6.7/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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
12
11 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$596,550
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
12
11 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$596,550
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 7.0/10 despite 25% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.3 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 Windsor schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Windsor
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 rated schools; 12 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Windsor Charter Academy Early College High School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Grandview Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Windsor Charter Academy Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado | 6.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Skyview Elementary School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Colorado Early Colleges Windsor | 5.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Windsor High School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 8 | Windsor Charter Academy Middle School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 9 | Mountain View Elementary School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 10 | Windsor Middle School | 4.0 / 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
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $121,810
- Median home value
- $596,550
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 57%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Windsor compares
Colorado rank
#73 of 126
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Colorado avg (6.4)
Median household income
$122k
141% of Colorado median
Schools in this city
12
Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-4 runs 82% of Windsor's public schools
Windsor touches 2 districts, but Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-4 is the one most addresses actually attend.
Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-4 accounts for 9 of 11 public schools (82%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 2.
Among 10 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 4.0 to 7.6 — the spread is inside Windsor, not a citywide average.
- Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-49 public · 82%
- State Charter School Institute2 public · 18%
About Schools in Windsor, Colorado
Windsor, Colorado is home to 12 schools, including 11 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Windsor 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 Windsor is St John Paul II High School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Windsor is served by 2 school districts: State Charter School Institute, Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-4. These districts collectively serve 28,051 students.
Windsor's community shows 57% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $121,810. The poverty rate in the area is 5.0%.
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
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 729 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 776 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.7 |
| 3 | 693 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.9 |
| 4 | 532 students · Pre-K–2nd | 5.7 |
| 5 | 416 students · 3rd–5th | 4.9 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 371 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
| 2 | 764 students · 6th–8th | 4.0 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 413 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 | ||
| 2 | 175 students · 6th–12th | 5.8 | ||
| 3 | 1,105 students · 9th–12th | 5.8 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St John Paul II High SchoolPrivate 46 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 613 students · Kindergarten–11th | 6.3 |
Schools in Windsor
Windsor, Colorado · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$121,810
Median Home Value
$596,550
Median Rent
$1,849/mo
Population
68,457
College Educated
57%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
5.0%
Community Profile
Windsor has a median household income of $121,810. It is a well-educated community where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $596,550, with a median rent of $1,849/month. The local poverty rate of 5.0% 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
- 5
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 4
- Other
- 1
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 Windsor, Colorado
How many schools are in Windsor, Colorado?
Windsor has 12 schools, including 11 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Windsor, Colorado?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Windsor is 6.1 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 Windsor, Colorado?
The top-ranked school in Windsor on MySchoolScout is Windsor Charter Academy Early College High School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Windsor, Colorado?
The top-ranked elementary school in Windsor on MySchoolScout is Grandview Elementary School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Windsor, Colorado?
The top-ranked middle school in Windsor on MySchoolScout is Windsor Charter Academy Middle School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best high school in Windsor, Colorado?
The top-ranked high school in Windsor on MySchoolScout is Windsor Charter Academy Early College High School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Windsor, Colorado?
Windsor is served by 2 school districts: State Charter School Institute, Weld County Reorganized School District No. Re-4.
What is the education level in Windsor, Colorado?
According to Census data, 57% of adults in Windsor have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Windsor, Colorado?
The median household income in Windsor is approximately $121,810 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Windsor, Colorado?
Yes, Windsor has 1 private school alongside 11 public schools. The top-rated private school is St John Paul II High School with a score of 8.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Windsor, Colorado?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Windsor is 16.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Windsor, 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.