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Finding A School…Easy as ABCPeople in Colorado place a high emphasis on education. As a result, 75% of all students have their high school diplomas, well above the national average. Most graduates pursue some form of post-secondary education. In fact, metro Denver boasts one of the most highly educated populations in the United States. Colorado public schools are highly regarded and therefore most children attend public school. There are, however, many choices available in the private school sector as well. From prestigious prep schools to private religious schools, the Denver area has it all. In Colorado, we recognize that some children have special needs regarding their education. Gifted and talented children will find programs designed to challenge them and help them learn at an accelerated pace. Children who require special assistance in their learning endeavors are also well cared for, with programs that are designed and implemented at neighborhood schools. Colorado´s colleges and universities will more than meet your needs. From cutting edge engineering to arts and medicine, Colorado´s colleges and universities enjoy an excellent reputation and are in high demand from students across the nation. Accelerated programs allow you to attend classes in the evenings while still maintaining your professional career. The following pages will introduce you to many educational opportunities Denver has to offer. Please call our relocation department at 800-723-7653 for a personalized school report for your family. | |||||||||||||||||
Public Schools | |||||||||||||||||
This information is designed as a brief overview, explaining district basics and their geographical location within our metro area. Geographic references are approximate, as our school boundaries do not follow city or county boundaries. Our relocation staff will prepare a complimentary, personalized school report, including side-by-side comparisons of test scores, curriculum, extracurricular activities and other pertinent information for you. Simply call us at 800.723.7653 or click here to e-mail us directly. Adams County Schools Located in the northern suburbs. Average Senior SAT cumulative was 1019, with 73% of seniors pursuing higher education. District-wide, average dollar per pupil is $4,827 and pupil/teacher ratio is 24.2. Dropout rate for grades 7-12 is 2.1%. Sixty one percent of teachers have a masters degree or higher.Aurora Public Schools Located in the eastern suburbs. Average Senior SAT cumulative is 1015, with 55% of seniors pursuing higher education. District-wide, average dollar spent per pupil is $4,742 and pupil/teacher ratio is 26.1. Dropout rate for grades 10-12 is 3.6%. Fifty two percent of teachers have a masters degree or higher.Boulder County Schools Located north of Denver in Boulder County. Average Senior SAT cumulative is 1122, with 73% of seniors pursuing higher education. District-wide, average dollar spent per pupil is $5,721 and pupil/teacher ratio is 18.3. Dropout rate for grades 10-12 is 2.3%. Seventy five percent of teachers have a masters degree or higher.Cherry Creek Schools Located in the southern suburbs. Average Senior SAT cumulative is 1111, with 80% of seniors pursuing higher education. District-wide, average dollar spent per pupil is $4,855 and pupil/teacher ratio is 17.7. Dropout rate for grades 10-12 is 1%. More than fifty seven percent of teachers have a masters degree or higher. Denver Public Schools Douglas County Schools Englewood Schools Jefferson County Schools Littleton Public Schools | |||||||||||||||||
Private Schools | |||||||||||||||||
There are many excellent private schools to choose from in Denver. From highly acclaimed college preparatory schools to parochial schools, there are schools to match every need. Colorado Academy – Denver 303-986-1501 Co-ed college prep boarding and day school; grades 9-12.The Denver Academy – Denver 303-777-5870 Co-ed college prep boarding and day school with emphasis on developing the underachieving and learning interfered student; grades 3-12, residential program 9-12.Denver Montclair International SchoolThis private school has classes for kindergarten to 8th grad and offers language immersion in French, Spanish and Mandarin. It’s located in the Lowry neighborhood of Denver. It was formerly knows as The Denver International School.Graland Country Day – Denver 303-399-0390 Co-educational country day school; grades K-9Theodor Herzl Jewish – Denver 303-755-1846 Co-educational Community Jewish day school; grades K-6 Kent Denver – Englewood St. Anne´s Episcopal – Denver St Mary´s Academy – Englewood A ll Souls Catholic – Englewood Aurora Christian Academy – Aurora Denver Christian Schools – Metro Mile High Baptist – Denver Mullen High School – Denver St. Vincent de Paul-Denver Regis Jesuit High School – Aurora Most Precious Blood Catholic – Denver St. Thomas More – Englewood back to top | |||||||||||||||||
Denver Community Colleges | |||||||||||||||||
Students come here for a strong combination of quality of academic programs, renowned research facilities and affordability. On average, tuition and books at metro Denver colleges cost $3,000 (full time, in state). Undergraduate and graduate programs are available, including courses for students working full-time. The following is a partial list of colleges and Universities in the area:Front Range CC – Westminster 303-466-8811 Largest in the state, guarantee that all credits are transferable to Colorado’s four-year colleges and universitiesArapahoe CC – Littleton 303-794-1550 Metro area’s first CC, guarantee that all credits are transferable to Colorado’s four-year colleges and universities.CC of Aurora – Aurora 303-360-4700 Offers technical training, continuing education and associates degrees for those transferring to four-year colleges. Red Rocks CC – Lakewood 303-914-6000 Career skills and two-year degrees in 70 program areas. | |||||||||||||||||
Denver Area Universities | |||||||||||||||||
University of Colorado – Boulder 303-492-6301 Specialties: Engineering, law, medicine, dentistry, biology, physics, and business.Metro State College – Denver 303-556-3058 Specialties: Liberal arts, business, aerospace science, teacher education and criminal justice.Regis College – Denver 303-458-4900 Specialties: Liberal arts. A private Jesuit school provides programs in liberal arts and sciences, business and education and the School for Heath Care Professionals. University of Denver – Denver 303-871-2000 Specialties: Undergraduate and graduate business, law, natural science, social work and music.Colorado School of Mines – Golden 303-273-3000 The state’s preeminent engineering school. |