Douglas County School District First Day of School

Wednesday August 12th 2026 First Day of School
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Schools in Douglas County School District

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Academy Charter SchoolAcres Green Elementary SchoolAmerican AcademyArrowwood Elementary SchoolAspen View Academy
B
Bear Canyon Elementary SchoolBen Franklin AcademyBuffalo Ridge Elementary School
C
Castle Rock Elementary SchoolCastle Rock Middle SchoolCastle View High SchoolChallenge To Excellence Charter SchoolChaparral High SchoolCherokee Trail Elementary SchoolCherry Valley Elementary SchoolCimarron MiddleClear Sky ElementaryCopper Mesa Elementary SchoolCougar Run Elementary SchoolCoyote Creek Elementary SchoolCresthill Middle School
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Daniel C Oakes High School--Castle RockDc Montessori Charter SchoolDouglas County High School
E
Eagle AcademyEagle Ridge Elementary SchoolEarly Childhood CenterEdcsdEldorado Elementary School
F
Flagstone Elementary SchoolFox Creek Elementary SchoolFranktown Elementary SchoolFrontier Valley Elementary School
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Global Village Academy - Douglas CountyGold Rush Elementary
H
Heritage Elementary SchoolHighlands Ranch High SchoolHope Online Learning Academy High SchoolHope Online Learning Academy Middle School
I
Iron Horse Elementary School
L
Larkspur Elementary SchoolLegacy Point Elementary SchoolLegend High SchoolLeman Classical AcademyLone Tree Elementary
M
Mammoth Heights ElementaryMeadow View Elementary SchoolMesa Middle SchoolMountain Ridge Middle SchoolMountain View Elementary SchoolMountain Vista High School
N
North Star AcademyNortheast Elementary SchoolNorthridge Elementary School
P
Parker Core Knowledge Charter SchoolParker Performing ArtsPine Grove Elementary SchoolPine Lane ElementaryPioneer Elementary SchoolPlatte River Charter AcademyPonderosa High SchoolPrairie Crossing Elementary School
R
Ranch View Middle SchoolRedstone Elementary SchoolRenaissance Expedition Learn Outward Bound SchoolRenaissance Secondary SchoolRock Canyon High SchoolRock Ridge Elementary SchoolRocky Heights Middle SchoolRoxborough Elementary SchoolRoxborough Intermediate
S
Saddle Ranch Elementary SchoolSage Canyon ElementarySagewood Middle SchoolSand Creek Elementary SchoolSedalia Elementary SchoolSierra Middle SchoolSkyview AcademySoaring Hawk Elementary SchoolSouth Ridge Elementary An Ib World SchoolStem School Highlands RanchStone Mountain ElementarySummit View Elementary School
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Thunderridge High SchoolTimber Trail Elementary SchoolTrailblazer Elementary School
W
Wildcat Mountain Elementary SchoolWorld Compass Academy

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Douglas County School District located?
Douglas County School District No. Re 1 is located in Castle Rock, Colorado, and serves the surrounding areas within Douglas County, situated between the Denver and Colorado Springs metro regions.
What is weather typically like on the first day of school?
On the first day of school, which is typically August 12th, the weather in Castle Rock can vary, but recent years have shown temperatures ranging from the low 80s to mid-80s°F. It's a good idea to prepare for possible rain with a light rain jacket, and don't forget to stay hydrated with a water bottle.
How many schools are in Douglas County School District?
Douglas County School District has about 90 schools serving around 62000 students. The district offers education for children from Pre-K through 12th grade.
Is Douglas County School District a public school district?
Douglas County School District is a public school district, funded by state and local resources in Colorado. This ensures that education is accessible to all students within the district.

Sources: NCES-PSC. Historical weather from Open-Meteo. Start dates compiled from published school calendars.

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