Colorado West Christian School serves 180 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
The student:teacher of Colorado West Christian School is 7:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Christian.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,000
- Acceptance rate: 75%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Jul. 31
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Colorado West Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
180 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jul. 31
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
20%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,200
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Brandy Auker
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
School Notes
- School Motto: Cultivating Wholehearted Christian Servants
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Colorado West Christian School cost?
Colorado West Christian School's tuition is approximately $4,000 for private students.
What schools are Colorado West Christian School often compared to?
Colorado West Christian School is often viewed alongside schools like Pope John Paul Ii Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Colorado West Christian School?
The acceptance rate of Colorado West Christian School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 83%. Colorado West Christian School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Colorado with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Colorado West Christian School offer?
Colorado West Christian School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Martial Arts, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Colorado West Christian School's ranking?
Colorado West Christian School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Least expensive tuition and Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Colorado West Christian School?
The application deadline for Colorado West Christian School is Jul. 31.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Colorado West Christian School vs. Pope John Paul Ii Academy
The nearest high school to Colorado West Christian School is Spring Creek Adventist School (5.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Pope John Paul Ii Academy (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Pope John Paul Ii Academy
(Catholic)
Grades: PK-7 | 91 students 0.3 miles 67051 Sunnyside Rd
Montrose, CO 81401
(970) 249-2996
Montrose, CO 81401
(970) 249-2996
0.3
PK-7
91
Spring Creek Adventist School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
Grades: 3-9 | 22 students 5 miles 14488 6175 Rd
Montrose, CO 81403
(970) 249-5500
Montrose, CO 81403
(970) 249-5500
5
3-9
22
Redeemer Lutheran School & Tiny Treasures
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Grades: PK-4 | 38 students 21.2 miles 1000 Pioneer Rd
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-3052
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-3052
21.2
PK-4
38
Delta Sda School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
Grades: K-7 | 14 students 21.9 miles 762 Meeker St
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-9482
Delta, CO 81416
(970) 874-9482
21.9
K-7
14
Grades: PK-12 | 120 students 36.5 miles 200 San Miguel River Dr
Telluride, CO 81435
(970) 728-1969
Telluride, CO 81435
(970) 728-1969
36.5
PK-12
120
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