The Price of Higher Education in Colorado

Outside of a brief decline between 2020 and 2021, Colorado’s public schools have seen a steady influx of administrative positions over the past decade outpacing both teacher and student population growth.

Licensed child care slots are lagging in Colorado. There are 2 licensed child care slots for every 3 children under 6 in a household where all parents are in the labor force, creating a deficit of 88,500 sl

In Colorado, from 2007-2023, education revenue per pupil was up 70%. The average teacher salary was up 50%.

DSST Montview High School’s postsecondary credential attainment was three times the Denver Public Schools average.