Highlands Ranch, CO is a popular, planned suburb south of Denver. Roughly thirty years old, this large town has every amenity imaginable and comprises about 23 square miles. It's an affluent community that has several gated neighborhoods within Highlands Ranch such as Falcon Hills, The Highwoods, and The Backcountry. Highlands Ranch was recognized by Forbes as one of America's 25 Best Placed To Move. Students attend Douglas County Schools.