Elmwood Baptist Academy Photo - A picture of the entire school.

Most Selective Private Elementary Schools in Colorado

The average private elementary school acceptance rate in Colorado is 84% per year (2025-26).
The most selective school in Colorado is Brightmont Academy - Castle Pines, with an acceptance rate of 22%.
Acceptance Rate Range: 22% 90% Avg. Acceptance Rate: 72%

Most Selective Private Elementary Schools in Colorado (2025-26)

School
Acceptance Rate
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Acceptance Rate: 22%
Grades: 1-12
858 W. Happy Canyon Rd. Ste. 170
Castle Rock, CO 80108
(720) 961-5073
Rank: #2 - 52. - 5.
Colorado Springs Christian Schools
(Christian)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: K-12
4855 Mallow Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
(719) 599-3553
Rank: #2 - 52. - 5.
Durango Early Learning Center
Alternative School
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: NS-3
890 East Third Ave
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1483
Rank: #2 - 52. - 5.
Grace Christian Center
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: K-12
1001 Obregon Street
Trinidad, CO 81082
(719) 846-6133
Rank: #2 - 52. - 5.
Shepherd Of The Hills Christian School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Acceptance Rate: 25%
Grades: K-8
7691 S University Blvd
Littleton, CO 80122
(303) 798-0711
Rank: #66.
Mackintosh Academy Boulder
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 26%
Grades: K-8
6717 S. Boulder Road
Boulder, CO 80303
(303) 554-2011
Rank: #77.
Elmwood Baptist Academy
Elmwood Baptist Academy Photo - A picture of the entire school.
(Baptist)
(7)
Acceptance Rate: 60%
Grades: PK-12
13100 East 144th Avenue
Brighton, CO 80601
(303) 659-3818
Rank: #88.
Corpus Christi Catholic Academy
(Catholic)
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 65%
Grades: PK-8
2410 N Cascade Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
(719) 632-5092
Rank: #99.
Montessori School Of Denver
Montessori School Of Denver Photo - Montessori School of Denver's Cinco de Mayo Celebration. MSD Students celebrate with song, dance, and a cultural festival.
Montessori School
Acceptance Rate: 70%
Grades: NS-8
1460 South Holly Street
Denver, CO 80222
(303) 756-9441
Rank: #1010.
Aspen Academy
Aspen Academy Photo - Aspen Academy is a place where community strength and service are a priority. Students -- and parents -- create lifelong friendships.
(9)
Acceptance Rate: 73%
Grades: NS-8
5859 S University Blvd
Littleton, CO 80121
(303) 346-3500
Rank: #11 - 1611. - 16.
Ambleside Colorado
Ambleside Colorado Photo - Arduino Programming Project
(Christian)
(3)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: K-12
9941 Lone Tree Parkway
Lone Tree, CO 80124
(720) 712-0464
Rank: #11 - 1611. - 16.
Bixby School
Bixby School Photo
Alternative School
(21)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: NS-5
4760 Table Mesa Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
(303) 494-7508
Rank: #11 - 1611. - 16.
The Colorado Springs School
The Colorado Springs School Photo - The Colorado Springs School is PreK-12 college-preparatory day and international school nestled in the heart of Broadmoor.
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: PK-12
21 Broadmoor Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 434-3500
Rank: #11 - 1611. - 16.
Colorado West Christian School
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: PK-12
2705 Sunnyside Rd
Montrose, CO 81401
(970) 249-1094
Rank: #11 - 1611. - 16.
Shining Mountain Waldorf School
Shining Mountain Waldorf School Photo - Movement
Special Program Emphasis
(17)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: PK-12
999 Violet Avenue
Boulder, CO 80304
(303) 444-7697
Rank: #11 - 1611. - 16.
Vertical Skills Academy
Vertical Skills Academy Photo
Special Education School
(10)
Acceptance Rate: 75%
Grades: 2-8
4000 South Wadsworth Boulevard
Littleton, CO 80123
(303) 562-1900
Rank: #17 - 2017. - 20.
Denver Christian School
Denver Christian School Photo - Every day is an open house at Denver Christian School.We look forward to providing a personal tour to share what DCS has to offer your students & family.Please join us this summer, starting June 9 on Sundays 2-4 pm and Wednesdays 6-8 pm, to preview our school and learn more about Denver Christian School.
(Calvinist)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: K-12
3898 S. Teller St.
Denver, CO 80235
(303) 733-2421
Rank: #17 - 2017. - 20.
Good Shepherd Catholic School
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-8
620 Elizabeth St
Denver, CO 80206
(303) 321-6231
Rank: #17 - 2017. - 20.
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: PK-5
1800 E Prospect Rd
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 493-9052
Rank: #17 - 2017. - 20.
Temple Grandin School
Temple Grandin School Photo - TGS Trades Classroom
Special Education School
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Grades: 6-12
3131 Indian Road
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 554-7363
Rank: #21 - 2521. - 25.
Anastasis Academy
Alternative School (Christian)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: K-8
6495 S Colorado Blvd
Littleton, CO 80121
(303) 779-0358
Rank: #21 - 2521. - 25.
Colorado Christian Academy
Colorado Christian Academy Photo
(Christian)
(10)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: NS-8
333 Inveness South Drive
Englewood, CO 80112
(720) 672-0086
Rank: #21 - 2521. - 25.
Crescent View Academy
Crescent View Academy Photo
(Islamic)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: PK-12
10958 East Bethany Drive
Aurora, CO 80014
(303) 745-2245
Rank: #21 - 2521. - 25.
Montessori Academy of Colorado
Montessori Academy of Colorado Photo - MAC`s Elementary School offers an unparalleled opportunity for children to thrive by combining a progressive Montessori pedagogy, a dynamic experiential program, strong academics, social-emotional support, and a robust enrichment program. The MAC Elementary experience empowers students to reach their own personal potential and develop the confidence and capabilities to positively impact their world.
Montessori School
(16)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: NS-8
2500 Curtis Street
Denver, CO 80205
(303) 623-2609
Rank: #21 - 2521. - 25.
Pikes Peak Christian School
(Church of Christ)
(3)
Acceptance Rate: 85%
Grades: NS-12
5905 Flintridge Dr
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
(719) 598-8610
Rank: #2626.
International School of Denver
International School of Denver Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(9)
Acceptance Rate: 87%
Grades: PK-9
7701 E 1st Pl, Unit C
Denver, CO 80230
(303) 340-3647
Rank: #2727.
St. Mary's Academy
St. Mary's Academy Photo - St. Mary's Academy High School excels at preparing young women for leadership in a global society. Our goal is to empower our students through the development of analytical skills, confidence, and generosity to make a difference in the world around them.
(Catholic)
(6)
Acceptance Rate: 89%
Grades: NS-12
4545 South University Boulevard
Englewood, CO 80113
(303) 762-8300
Rank: #28 - 3628. - 36.
Ave Maria Catholic School
Ave Maria Catholic School Photo - Ave Maria Campus including field, school and gym
(Catholic)
(9)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: NS-8
9056 East Parker Rd
Parker, CO 80138
(720) 842-5400
Rank: #28 - 3628. - 36.
Belleview Christian School
Belleview Christian School Photo - As a college preparatory school, our standards at Belleview Christian School are high. Specials include Art, Music (Band, Choir, and Strings), Theatre, PE, Chapel, Spanish, Computer, and more depending upon the students grade level. We strive for, as one parent put it: "An education founded on God`s precepts, focused on God`s glory."
(Christian)
(4)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: NS-12
3455 W 83rd Ave
Westminster, CO 80031
(303) 427-5459
Rank: #28 - 3628. - 36.
Blessed Sacrament Parish School
Blessed Sacrament Parish School Photo
(Catholic)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-8
1973 Elm Street
Denver, CO 80220
(303) 377-8835
Rank: #28 - 3628. - 36.
Colorado International School
Special Program Emphasis
(1)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-7
7205 West 120th Avenue
Broomfield, CO 80020
(303) 282-6666
Rank: #28 - 3628. - 36.
Liberty Classical Academy
Liberty Classical Academy Photo - Liberty Classical Academy is a K-12 school in New Castle, Colorado that strives to nurture students with the love of God, the humility of Christ and the values of faith, family, and community.
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
(2)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-12
5033 County Road 335 #295
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 984-0604
Rank: #28 - 3628. - 36.
Morgridge Academy
Special Program Emphasis
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: K-8
1400 Jackson St
Denver, CO 80206
(303) 398-1103
Rank: #28 - 3628. - 36.
The Peak School
The Peak School Photo - The Peak School can help support winter athletes through our college preparatory education. Our fixed schedule structure allows for minimal impact on afternoon training and our narrative-based grading structure is in-line with schools like Burke Academy. Our proximity to Breckenridge, Copper, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, Loveland, Frisco Nordic Center, & Woodward at Copper is the ideal location for training.
(3)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: 6-12
40 West Main Street
Frisco, CO 80443
(970) 368-5601
Rank: #28 - 3628. - 36.
Rocky Mountain Christian Academy
Rocky Mountain Christian Academy Photo - Rocky Mountain Christian Academy has a weekly chapel where students, faculty, and families come together to worship and hear a brief message from a member of our community.
(Christian)
Acceptance Rate: 90%
Grades: PK-8
9447 Niwot Rd
Longmont, CO 80503
(303) 652-9162
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Colorado average private elementary schools acceptance rate?
The Colorado average private elementary schools acceptance rate is 84% for 2025-26.
What are the most selective private elementary schools in Colorado?
The top ranked private elementary schools in Colorado include Brightmont Academy - Castle Pines, Colorado Springs Christian Schools and Durango Early Learning Center.

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