Needs Improvement
#1722 of 1,815 schools in CO
Bright Horizons Preschool
School · Adams 12 Five Star Schools
1500 E 128TH AVE, Thornton, CO 80602
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 37 schools in Thornton. Learn more
Enrollment
33
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
33
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#1,722 of 1,815
In Thornton
#36 of 39
public schools
In district
#50 of 53
Adams 12 Five Star Schools
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Bright Horizons Preschool
School in Thornton · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bright Horizons Preschool
Bright Horizons Preschool is a public school in Thornton, CO, part of Adams 12 Five Star Schools. Bright Horizons Preschool serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K. Bright Horizons Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,722 of 1,815 schools in CO.
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.7
- CO avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, Bright Horizons Preschool is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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How Bright Horizons Preschool Compares
See how Bright Horizons Preschool performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
1500 E 128TH AVE, Thornton, CO 80602
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bright Horizons Preschool may also want to explore other schools in the area. Silver Creek Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brantner Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horizon High School (rated 7.2/10, in nearby Brighton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Thornton, see our Thornton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Horizon High School Brighton | 0.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Eagleview Elementary School Thornton | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| West Ridge Elementary Thornton | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| FRASSATI CATHOLIC ACADEMY Thornton | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Prairie Hills Elementary School Thornton | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Shadow Ridge Middle School Thornton | 1.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Tarver Elementary School Thornton | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Skyview Elementary School Thornton | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Stellar Elementary School Thornton | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Brantner Elementary School Thornton | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Glacier Peak Elementary School Brighton | 2.1 mi | 3.3 |
| LORD OF LIFE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Thornton | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Rocky Top Middle School Thornton | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Silver Creek Elementary Thornton | 2.4 mi | 7.6 |
| EASTLAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Thornton | 2.3 mi | — |
| Rodger Quist Middle School Thornton | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Woodglen Elementary School Thornton | 2.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Cherry Drive Elementary School Thornton | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Century Middle School Thornton | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Riverdale Ridge High School Thornton | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$146,679
Median Home Value
$639,300
Median Rent
$2,574/mo
Population
42,237
College Educated
43.9%
Homeownership
92.2%
Avg Commute
32 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
38.4
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bright Horizons Preschool
What grades does Bright Horizons Preschool serve?
Bright Horizons Preschool serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Bright Horizons Preschool?
Bright Horizons Preschool has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
How does Bright Horizons Preschool rank in CO?
Bright Horizons Preschool ranks #1,722 of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Bright Horizons Preschool's MySchoolScout rating?
Bright Horizons Preschool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bright Horizons Preschool a charter school?
No, Bright Horizons Preschool is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bright Horizons Preschool a Title I school?
No, Bright Horizons Preschool is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Adams County
- Phone
- (720) 972-8760
Resources & Links
District
Adams 12 Five Star Schools- District Enrollment
- 34,998
- Schools in District
- 54
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,748
- District Rank
- #50 of 53
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