Schools in RiNo
Street-art capital, craft brewery incubator, creative-class neighborhood
School Districts
- Polaris Elementary — A− (Niche)
- McAuliffe Manual Middle — B (Niche)
- East High School — A (Niche), 8/10 college readiness
Five Points/RiNo area served by DPS; verify by address
Community Demographics
- Median Household Income
- $92,820
FAQ — RiNo
What are the school ratings in RiNo?
RiNo is served by Denver Public Schools, rated B+ by Niche. Polaris Elementary holds an A− rating, McAuliffe Manual Middle is rated B, and East High School is rated A with an 8/10 college readiness score. The Five Points/RiNo area is served by DPS district-wide enrollment—verify eligibility by address.
What is the commute from RiNo to downtown and the airport?
RiNo sits approximately 1.5 miles northeast of downtown via Brighton Blvd. Off-peak drives to downtown take 5–10 minutes, extending to 10–20 minutes during rush hour. The 38th & Blake Station provides A-Line service to Union Station in 10 minutes and a direct 30-minute ride to DIA. A new ART District Connector bus launched in January 2025.