About Westminster
In Money Magazine’s “Best Places to Live” list, Westminster ranks 24th. Westminster is just 20 minutes north of downtown Denver near Interstate 70, and it is serviced by the B Line of the RTD.
The early 1800s saw Westminster settlers arrive in Central Shortgrass Prairie. The Bowles House Museum offers visitors a glimpse into Westminster’s original homesteaders’ lives, a converted farmhouse listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
With its wide range of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, Westminster has become one of the most vibrant cities in the state. A favorite attraction is the Butterfly Pavilion and Insect Center, which houses over 5,000 animals and 1,600 butterflies. At the Westminster Promenade, you will find restaurants, a movie theatre, a bowling alley, as well as various play areas and outdoor walkways.
A Gold Medal was recently awarded to Westminster by the National Recreation and Park Association to recognize its well-designed subdivisions, open space, sound financial management, and leadership in integrating technology into the park and recreation system. In addition, the city has 150 miles of trails, including Rocky Mountain Greenway and Little Dry Creek Trail.
With various courses for every skill level, Westminster’s Legacy Ridge Golf Course provides breathtaking views of the mountains. With over 77 species of wildlife, Walnut Hill Golf Preserve is the first golf preserve in Colorado.
Westminster offers several amenities to its residents, which makes it an excellent area to live. If you need help finding the perfect home in Westminster, CO, reach out to us here at The Denver Real Estate Agent. We would be happy to help!
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Schools Near Westminster, CO *
The following schools are within or nearby Westminster, Colorado. Based on ratings and stats, you can make baseline comparisons on what schools are right for your family.
Elementary Schools
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Ryan Elementary School
・Grades KG – 05 ・Enrollment 378
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Colorado STEM Academy
・Grades PK – 08・Enrollment 418
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Woodrow Wilson Charter Academy
・Grades PK – 08 ・Enrollment 931
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Cotton Creek Elementary School
・Grades PK – 05 ・Enrollment 556
Middle Schools
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Oberon Junior High School
・Grades 06 – 08 ・Enrollment 742
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Colorado Preparatory Academy Middle School
・Grades 06 – 08 ・Enrollment 685
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Mandalay Middle School
・Grades 06 – 08 ・Enrollment 575
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Shaw Heights Middle School
・Grades 06 – 08 ・Enrollment 568
High Schools
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Standley Lake High School
・Grades 09 – 12 ・Enrollment 1318
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Pomona High School
・Grades 09 – 12 ・Enrollment 1317
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Westminster High School
・Grades 09 – 12 ・Enrollment 2406
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Academy High School
・Grades 09 – 12 ・Enrollment 467
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