Estes Park School District is proud to announce that the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) has once again increased the district’s accreditation rating according to preliminary ratings released publicly on September 3rd, 2025. This marks the second consecutive year of improvement since the district launched its strategic plan, underscoring the dedication of staff, students, families, and the broader community to educational excellence.
The accreditation rating is part of the CDE’s accountability system and reflects overall district performance in academic achievement, student growth, and postsecondary readiness. This year’s rating highlights the measurable progress Estes Park Schools are making in delivering on their mission to provide authentic learning experiences that prepare students for global application.
Over the past three years, Estes Park School District has made measurable progress in its state accreditation ratings. In 2022–2023, the district earned a score of 53.1, which placed it in the category of “Accredited with Improvement Plan” under the Colorado Department of Education’s accountability framework. By 2023–2024, that rating rose to 58.9, elevating the district to full “Accredited” status. This year, the upward trend continued with a rating of 62.4, further solidifying the district’s progress. These gains mark an important shift…