For the 2026 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 (2026)
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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