Schools in Arvada
Olde Town charm meets trail-system living
School Districts
- D'Evelyn Jr/Sr HS — A+, #1 Public HS in Colorado
- Ralston Valley HS — A, top Jeffco comprehensive school
- Jefferson Academy HS — B+, strong college prep charter
- Lottery-based for D'Evelyn — verify address eligibility
Childcare & Pre-K
- Daycare Centers
- 35+
- Avg Monthly Cost
- $1,200–$1,500
- Pre-K Availability
- Good — Jeffco R-1 offers universal preschool options
- After School
- Through Jefferson County Schools and Apex Park & Rec District
- Summer Camps
- Apex Park & Rec camps, Arvada Center arts camps, private options
- Library Branches
- Jefferson County Public Library — Arvada Library (Wadsworth) and Standley Lake Library
FAQ — Arvada
What are the school ratings in Arvada?
Arvada is served by Jefferson County R-1 (Niche grade A−, #22 Best School District in Colorado with 74,251 students). D’Evelyn Jr/Sr High School holds an A+ rating and ranks #1 among public high schools in Colorado. Ralston Valley HS also earns an A as the top Jeffco comprehensive school. D’Evelyn is lottery-based, so verify address eligibility before relying on enrollment.
What are the top restaurants and breweries in Arvada?
Arvada has 200+ restaurants, concentrated in the Olde Town district. Notable options include: • School House Kitchen — rooftop patio in a converted school • New Image Brewing + Arty’s — nationally recognized hazy IPAs with a burger pop-up • Law’s Chophouse — upscale steaks and truffle mac • Homegrown Tap & Dough — wood-fired pizza The city has 10+ breweries and taprooms, including Denver Beer Co Olde Town, Arvada Beer Garden, and Wonderland Brewing.