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Best Colorado Private Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 532 private schools serving 74,086 students in Colorado (there are 1,932 public schools, serving 870,790 students). 8% of all K-12 students in Colorado attend private schools (compared to the national average of 11%).
The average private school tuition is $12,463 for elementary schools and $15,954 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Colorado include Kent Denver School, Colorado Academy, and Fountain Valley School of Colorado.
The average acceptance rate is 91% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 25% and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.
48% of schools are religiously affiliated, with most being Christian or Catholic.

Top Ranked Colorado Private Schools by County (2024-25)

County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
36
4,645
5%
59
10,551
9%
59
5,148
10%
77
13,738
13%
39
7,733
11%
63
10,503
11%
10
1,081
5%
12
1,638
3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Colorado?
The top-ranked private schools in Colorado include Kent Denver School, Colorado Academy, and Fountain Valley School of Colorado.
How many private schools are located in Colorado?
There are 532 private schools are located in Colorado.
How much do private schools cost in Colorado?
The average private school tuition in Colorado is $12,463 for elementary schools and $15,954 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Colorado?
Approximately 25% of students in Colorado private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Colorado go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in Colorado attend private schools (compared to the national average of 11%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Colorado?
48% of private schools in Colorado are religiously affiliated, with most being Christian or Catholic.
Which private schools in Colorado are often viewed compared to one another?

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