Colorado Rocky Mountain School cultivates a learning environment in which students discover their potential to excel as individuals, contribute to their communities, and participate thoughtfully in the world we share.
Through an integrated curriculum that weaves academics, outdoor adventure, service, and the arts, CRMS students are connected with one another, their teachers, their community, and the larger world.
These connections allow students to make authentic and meaningful contributions to their school community, expand their potential, take appropriate risks in a supportive environment, and take their learning to an exceptional level.
Graduates of CRMS are intellectually curious, adventurous, creative, resilient, kind, and confident young adults.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked CO School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Yearly Tuition: $77,500
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Colorado Rocky Mountain School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1953
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
Campus Size
300 acres
Student Body
Total Students
165 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
53%
Average Class Size
12 students
Number of AP Courses
8 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC
AP Computer Science AAP English Language and Composition
AP Environmental ScienceAP Physics C: Mechanics
AP Spanish Language and CultureAP United States History
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$77,500
Tuition Notes
Day student tuition is $48,500
% on Financial Aid
43%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$36,492
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Molly Dorais
Admissions Associate
Julie Wiley
Application URL
Endowment Size
$35 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
10 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
36 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
AGENDA - Student GovernmentCommunity Committee
CookingEthics Bowl Team
GardeningLiterary Magazine
Peer TutoringRecycling & Sustainability
Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Advanced Digital ArtsBlacksmithing
CeramicsDrawing & Painting
GlassblowingMusic
PhotographySilversmithing
SongwritingTheatre
Woodworking
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Alpine SkiingBike Shop
Climbing Route SettingEquine Therapy
HikingHorseback riding
Ranch WorkSkateboarding
Ski TuningSnowboarding
SnowshoeingStrength and Conditioning
Trail BuildingTrail Running
Trip LogisticsYoga
School Notes
- School Mascot: Oyster
- 100% college acceptance
- 75% of students accepted to their first-choice college
- 5:1 Student-Faculty ration
- 12: Average class size
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Oliver Platt '78 - attended CRMS for three years. After graduating, he majored in drama at Tufts University where he made his professional debut on stage. His credits include: “Flatliners” (1990) as Randal Steckle; “Indecent Proposal” (1993) with Robert Redford/
- Conrad Anker ’82 - is a leading figure in climbing. He is a professional mountaineer who has made breakthrough first ascents throughout the world, from the Himalayans to Antarctica, and Patagonia. He co-authored the book “Lost Explorer.”
- Susan Meiselas ’66 - is an internationally acclaimed photojournalist. She has been published in Time, the New York Times, Life, and Paris Match. She earned a B.A. from Sarah Lawrence College and an M.A. in visual education from Harvard University.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Colorado Rocky Mountain School cost?
Colorado Rocky Mountain School's tuition is approximately $77,500 for private students.
What schools are Colorado Rocky Mountain School often compared to?
Colorado Rocky Mountain School is often viewed alongside schools like Crested Butte Academy by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Colorado Rocky Mountain School?
Colorado Rocky Mountain School famous alumni include: Oliver Platt '78, Conrad Anker ’82 and Susan Meiselas ’66.
What sports does Colorado Rocky Mountain School offer?
Colorado Rocky Mountain School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Climbing, Cross Country, Freestyle Skiing, Kayaking, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Nordic Skiing, Rock Climbing, Ski Jumping and Soccer. Colorado Rocky Mountain School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for most sports offered.
What is Colorado Rocky Mountain School's ranking?
Colorado Rocky Mountain School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Colorado Rocky Mountain School?
The application deadline for Colorado Rocky Mountain School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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