Schools in Lakewood

Denver's western gateway — Bear Creek Lake, Casa Bonita, and light rail to downtown

Education

School Districts

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Jefferson County School District R-1
#22 Best School District in Colorado (Niche 2026)
  • D'Evelyn Jr/Sr HS — #3 Best Public Middle School in CO (Niche), open to all Jeffco by application
  • Devinny Elementary — #59 Best Public Elementary in CO
  • Green Mountain HS — comprehensive campus, strong athletics
  • Lakewood HS — diverse, arts-focused

All of Lakewood is served by Jeffco R-1 — same district as Golden. D'Evelyn is the crown jewel, available by application.

Context

Community Demographics

Median Household Income
$89,792
Common Questions

FAQ — Lakewood

What are the school ratings in Lakewood?

Lakewood is served by Jefferson County School District R-1, rated A− by Niche and ranked #22 in Colorado. D’Evelyn Jr/Sr High School ranks #3 among public middle schools statewide and is open to all Jeffco residents by application. Devinny Elementary ranks #59 among public elementary schools in Colorado. Green Mountain High School and Lakewood High School are the main comprehensive campuses. District boundaries are complex — verify enrollment eligibility by address.

What dining options are available in Lakewood?

Lakewood offers a diverse dining scene anchored by several notable spots: • Casa Bonita — iconic cliff-diver restaurant reopened by South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone • 240 Union — upscale New American dining in a historic building • WaterCourse Foods — longstanding vegetarian and vegan institution • Belmar district — concentration of restaurants and cafes in a walkable urban village The city has 5+ breweries including Joyrides Brewing and Cider Boy. The Belmar Farmers Market runs on summer Sundays.