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Colorado Alternative Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 31 alternative private schools serving 2,338 students in Colorado.

The alternative private schools in Colorado include Bixby School, Colorado Heritage Education School System, and Anastasis Academy.

The average acceptance rate is 89%, which is higher than the Colorado private school average acceptance rate of 88%.

29% of alternative private schools in Colorado are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Other).

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 31
# Students Served: 2,338

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 31
# Students Served: 2,338

Colorado Alternative Private School Trends

Private Schools

2,338

Students

$13,713

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

26%

Students of Color

11:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private schools in Colorado?

The alternative private schools in Colorado include Bixby School, Colorado Heritage Education School System, and Anastasis Academy.

How many alternative private schools are located in Colorado?

31 alternative private schools are located in Colorado.

How diverse are alternative private schools in Colorado?

Colorado alternative private schools are approximately 26% minority students, which is higher than the Colorado private school average of 25%.

What percentage of alternative private schools are religiously affiliated in Colorado?

29% of alternative private schools in Colorado are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Other).

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