For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 442 students in 81623, CO (there are 7 public schools, serving 1,707 public students). 21% of all K-12 students in 81623, CO are educated in private schools (compared to the CO state average of 8%).
The top-ranked private school in 81623, CO is Colorado Rocky Mountain School.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Colorado private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
Top-Ranked 81623 Colorado Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
500 Holden Way
Carbondale, CO 81623
(970) 963-2562
Carbondale, CO 81623
(970) 963-2562
Gr: 9-12 | 165 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 36 Tuition listed
Mt. Sopris Montessori School
Montessori School
879 Euclid Avenue
Carbondale, CO 81623
(970) 963-3506
Carbondale, CO 81623
(970) 963-3506
Gr: NS-PK | 98 students
Waldorf School On The Roaring Fork
Special Program Emphasis
16543 Old Highway 82
Carbondale, CO 81623
(970) 963-1960
Carbondale, CO 81623
(970) 963-1960
Gr: PK-8 | 179 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 81623, CO?
The top-ranked private schools in 81623, CO is Colorado Rocky Mountain School.
How many private schools are located in 81623?
3 private schools are located in 81623.
What percentage of students in 81623 go to private school?
21% of all K-12 students in 81623 are educated in private schools (compared to the CO state average of 8%).
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