For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 495 students in 80303, CO (there are 9 public schools, serving 2,871 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in 80303, CO are educated in private schools (compared to the CO state average of 8%).
The top-ranked private school in 80303, CO is Mackintosh Academy Boulder.
The average acceptance rate is 26%, which is lower than the Colorado private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
33% of private schools in 80303, CO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish).
Top-Ranked 80303 Colorado Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6717 S. Boulder Road
Boulder, CO 80303
(303) 554-2011
Boulder, CO 80303
(303) 554-2011
Gr: K-8 | 164 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Friends School
Alternative School
5465 Pennsylvania Ave
Boulder, CO 80303
(303) 499-1999
Boulder, CO 80303
(303) 499-1999
Gr: PK-8 | 161 students Avg. class size: 16 students
Jay & Rose Phillips Early Childhood Center
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
6007 Oreg Ave
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 749-2500
Boulder, CO 80303
(720) 749-2500
Gr: PK-K | 170 students
80303, Colorado Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Countryside Montessori School (Closed 2022)
Montessori School
5524 Baseline Rd
Boulder, CO 80303
(303) 494-3100
Boulder, CO 80303
(303) 494-3100
Gr: PK-K | 33 students Acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 80303, CO?
The top-ranked private schools in 80303, CO is Mackintosh Academy Boulder.
How many private schools are located in 80303?
3 private schools are located in 80303.
What percentage of students in 80303 go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in 80303 are educated in private schools (compared to the CO state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 80303?
33% of private schools in 80303 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Jewish).
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