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.

Best Colorado Blue Ribbon Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 blue ribbon private elementary schools serving 2,378 students in Colorado.
The top ranked blue ribbon private elementary schools in Colorado include St. Mary's Academy, St. John's Lutheran School, and St. Thomas More Parish School.
The average acceptance rate is 70%, which is lower than the Colorado private elementary school average acceptance rate of 84%.
100% of blue ribbon private elementary schools in Colorado are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.

Top Ranked Colorado Blue Ribbon Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Colorado Springs Christian Schools
(Christian)
(1)
4855 Mallow Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
(719) 599-3553
Gr: K-12 | 882 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 Blue Ribbon year: 2010 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. John's Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(7)
700 S Franklin St
Denver, CO 80209
(303) 733-3777
Gr: PK-8 | 344 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Blue Ribbon year: 2004 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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)
4545 South University Boulevard
Englewood, CO 80113
(303) 762-8300
Gr: NS-12 | 678 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 15 | Extracurrculars: 10 Blue Ribbon year: 1992, 1999, 2016 Tuition listed
St. Thomas More Parish School
(Catholic)
(5)
7071 E Otero Avenue
Englewood, CO 80112
(303) 770-0441
Gr: PK-8 | 474 students Avg. class size: 25 students Blue Ribbon year: 2006

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked blue ribbon private elementary schools in Colorado?
The top ranked blue ribbon private elementary schools in Colorado include St. Mary's Academy, St. John's Lutheran School, and St. Thomas More Parish School.
How many blue ribbon private elementary schools are located in Colorado?
4 blue ribbon private elementary schools are located in Colorado.
What percentage of blue ribbon private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Colorado?
100% of blue ribbon private elementary schools in Colorado are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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