{"id":1325,"date":"2012-01-16T07:18:29","date_gmt":"2012-01-16T13:18:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wrkstnblog01\/?p=1325"},"modified":"2012-01-16T07:18:29","modified_gmt":"2012-01-16T13:18:29","slug":"searching-denver-area-schools-are-denver-public-schools-your-best-option","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/blog\/searching-denver-area-schools-are-denver-public-schools-your-best-option\/","title":{"rendered":"Searching Denver Area Schools"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you&#8217;re relocating to the Mile High City or are just shopping for a new home in the area, be sure to do the research on Denver school districts. Even a few miles can make a difference in the quality of education offered.<\/p>\n<p>South of the Denver Metro area, the reputation of Cherry Creek schools and Douglas County schools are drawing more families to the south suburban area. Even homebuyers without children are considering purchasing homes in these districts, as school performance could impact the resale value of their homes down the road.<\/p>\n<h2>Cherry Creek School District (CCSD)<\/h2>\n<p>One of the most respected school districts in the Denver area is Cherry Creek School District, based in Arapahoe County, Colorado. The district serves students in several cities, including parts of south Aurora, Centennial, Greenwood Village and Englewood. Many of the schools in this district rank 10 out of 10 on <a title=\"See detailed school information at GreatSchools.org\" href=\"http:\/\/www.greatschools.org\/colorado\/greenwood-village\/Cherry-Creek-5-School-District\/schools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">GreatSchools.org<\/a>, a website that rates schools according to test results in reading, writing, math and science. Browse our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/colorado\/denver-metro-new-homes\/search\/district-cherry-creek-5-school-district\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">communities in the Cherry Creek School District.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Douglas County School District (DCSD)<\/h2>\n<p>Douglas County schools are another popular option for parents south of Denver. From Highlands Ranch to Parker and Castle Rock, this district is also known for great test scores among its students as reported on <a title=\"See detailed school information at GreatSchools.org\" href=\"http:\/\/www.greatschools.org\/colorado\/castle-rock\/Douglas-County-Re-1-School-District\/schools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">GreatSchools.org<\/a>. In addition, this district is home to a number of highly rated charter schools, some of which offer classes from kindergarten through eighth grade.&nbsp;Browse our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondamerican.com\/colorado\/denver-metro-new-homes\/search\/district-douglas-county-re-1-school-district\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">communities in the Douglas County School District<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Beyond test scores, it&#8217;s important to make sure the school you choose is equipped to handle the individual needs of your child. Extracurricular activities, level of parent involvement and classroom size all factor in to whether a particular school is a good fit. Fortunately, homebuyers with interest in&nbsp;Cherry Creek and Douglas County school districts have many options for purchasing a new construction home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you&#8217;re relocating to the Mile High City or are just shopping for a new home in the area, be sure to do the research on Denver school districts. Even a few miles can make a difference in the quality of education offered. 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