- Gold Rush Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 639 students
- Buffalo Ridge Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 524 students
- Legacy Point Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 499 students
- Pioneer Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 449 students
- Iron Horse Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 430 students
- Wildcat Mountain Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 423 students
- Timber Trail Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 380 students
- South Ridge Elementary An IB World School — Grades K–5 · 371 students
- Frontier Valley Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 369 students
- Roxborough Elementary School — Grades PK–2 · 368 students
- Franktown Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 354 students
- Northeast Elementary School — Grades 3–5 · 329 students
- Mountain View Elementary School — Grades PK–2 · 324 students
- Early Childhood Center — Grades PK–PK · 110 students
- Rocky Heights Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,129 students
- Cimarron Middle — Grades 6–8 · 1,052 students
- Mesa Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 852 students
- Ranch View Middle School — Grades 7–8 · 829 students
- Sagewood Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 816 students
- Sierra Middle School — Grades 7–8 · 805 students
- Mountain Ridge Middle School — Grades 7–8 · 752 students
- Castle Rock Middle School — Grades 7–8 · 660 students
- Cresthill Middle School — Grades 7–8 · 558 students
- Rock Canyon High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,325 students
- Legend High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,206 students
- Mountain Vista High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,169 students
- Chaparral High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,007 students
- Castle View High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,938 students
- Thunderridge High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,820 students
- Douglas County High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,659 students
- Ponderosa High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,406 students
- Highlands Ranch High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,323 students
- Eagle Academy — Grades 9–12 · 115 students
- Daniel C Oakes High School--Castle Rock — Grades 9–12 · 113 students
- Venture Academy of Leadership and Entrepreneurship — Grades 9–12 · 88 students
- eDCSD — Grades 9–12 · 61 students
- American Academy — Grades PK–8 · 2,803 students
- STEM School Highlands Ranch — Grades K–12 · 1,394 students
- Leman Classical Academy — Grades K–8 · 1,390 students
- Skyview Academy — Grades PK–12 · 1,358 students
- HOPE ONLINE LEARNING ACADEMY CO-OP — Grades 6–12 · 1,307 students
- Aspen View Academy — Grades PK–8 · 1,018 students
- Ben Franklin Academy — Grades PK–8 · 956 students
- World Compass Academy — Grades PK–8 · 791 students
- Pine Lane Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 744 students
- Parker Core Knowledge — Grades K–8 · 705 students
- North Star Academy — Grades K–8 · 684 students
- Parker Performing Arts — Grades K–8 · 638 students
- Clear Sky Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 627 students
- Prairie Crossing Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 612 students
- Mammoth Heights Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 598 students
- Academy Charter School — Grades PK–8 · 581 students
- Eagle Ridge Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 571 students
- Northridge Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 560 students
- Cherokee Trail Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 553 students
- Sage Canyon Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 552 students
- Challenge to Excellence Charter School — Grades K–8 · 551 students
- DC Montessori Charter School — Grades PK–8 · 547 students
- Meadow View Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 508 students
- Coyote Creek Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 506 students
- Flagstone Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 496 students
- + 28 more other schools
| Metric | Douglas County School District RE-1 | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 62,341 | 3,700 | Much larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 88 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,792/yr | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | — | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 160 rated districts in CO → 95th percentile → 10/10.
Source: Colorado Dept. of Education CMAS, all grades Met/Exceeded Expectations, 2025. Full methodology →
About Douglas County School District RE-1
Douglas County School District RE-1 is the public school district assigned to zip code 80116 in Douglas, Colorado. Serving students from Pre-K–12th, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 80116. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Douglas County School District RE-1 10 out of 10 — top-tier among Colorado public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Colorado’s CMAS assessments (2025 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Colorado is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Douglas County School District RE-1 ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Colorado on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 80116 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 80116
Children in zip code 80116 are assigned to Douglas County School District RE-1 for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 80116, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Douglas County School District RE-1 at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Colorado districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Franktown
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Douglas County School District RE-1 serves zip code 80116, homes in and around zip code 80116 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Colorado, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Douglas County School District RE-1 programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 80116.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Douglas County School District RE-1 before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 80116 data.