For the 2024 school year, there are 519 private schools serving 72,025 students in Colorado (there are 1,939 public schools, serving 880,585 students). 8% of all K-12 students in Colorado are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $11,768 for elementary schools and $15,590 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Colorado include Dawson School, Aspen Academy and Colorado Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 91% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 24% and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.
Top Ranked Colorado Private Schools by County (2024)
County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Colorado?
The best top ranked private schools in Colorado include Dawson School, Aspen Academy and Colorado Academy.
How many private schools are located in Colorado?
519 private schools are located in Colorado.
How much do private schools cost in Colorado?
The average private school tuition in Colorado is $11,768 for elementary schools and $15,590 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Colorado?
Colorado private schools are approximately 24% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Colorado go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in Colorado are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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