81321 Colorado Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 130 students in 81321, CO (there are 8 public schools, serving 2,215 public students). 6% 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 Seventh Day Adventist and Baptist).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Private Schools in 81321, CO (2026-27)

Map of The Childrens Kiva
Gr: PK-K | 54 students
Montessori School
1204 E. Empire St
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8586
Map of Cortez Adventist Christian School
Gr: K-8 | 23 students
Seventh Day Adventist
540 W 4th St
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8257
Lighthouse Christian Academy Photo
Gr: PK-11 | 53 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Baptist
11502 Highway 145
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8964

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?
6% 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 Seventh Day Adventist and Baptist).

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