For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 130 students in 81321, CO (there are 8 public schools, serving 2,330 public students). 5% of all K-12 students in 81321, CO are educated in private schools (compared to the CO state average of 8%).
67% of private schools in 81321, CO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Seventh Day Adventist).
Private Schools in 81321, CO (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
The Childrens Kiva
Montessori School
1204 E. Empire St
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8586
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8586
Gr: PK-K | 54 students
Cortez Adventist Christian School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
540 W 4th St
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8257
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8257
Gr: K-8 | 23 students
Lighthouse Christian Academy![Lighthouse Christian Academy Photo]( "Lighthouse Christian Academy Photo")
(Baptist)
11502 Highway 145
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8964
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8964
Gr: PK-11 | 53 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 81321, CO?
3 private schools are located in 81321, CO.
What percentage of students in 81321 go to private school?
5% of all K-12 students in 81321 are educated in private schools (compared to the CO state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 81321?
67% of private schools in 81321 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Seventh Day Adventist).
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