K-12 Schools

1. Castle View High School
   • Public high school
   • Grades: 9-12
   • Known for its “academy” system offering specialized tracks
2. Mesa Middle School
   • Public middle school
   • Grades: 6-8
   • Strong focus on technology integration
3. Rock Ridge Elementary School
   • Public elementary school
   • Grades: K-5
   • Emphasizes character education
4. Renaissance Expeditionary Learning Outward Bound School
   • Public charter school
   • Grades: K-6
   • Focuses on experiential learning

Colleges and Universities

Castle Rock doesn’t have major universities within its city limits, but there are several options nearby:

1. Colorado State University – Castle Rock Collaboration Campus
   • Satellite campus offering select programs
   • Partnerships with Arapahoe Community College and Douglas County School District
2. University of Colorado Denver
   • Location: Denver, CO (about 30 miles north)
   • Public research university
   • Offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs