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Best Cortez Private Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private preschools serving 107 students in Cortez, CO.
50% of private preschools in Cortez, CO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).

Private Preschools in Cortez, CO (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The Childrens Kiva
Montessori School
1204 E. Empire St
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8586
Gr: PK-K | 54 students
Lighthouse Christian Academy
Lighthouse Christian Academy Photo
(Baptist)
11502 Highway 145
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8964
Gr: PK-11 | 53 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed

Overview

This Town (Cortez)
This State (CO)
# Schools
2 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
107 Students
51,072 Students
% Average Students of Color
12%
25%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
14 Teachers
4,072 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Average Class Size
12 students
16 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$3,000
$12,671

Students by Ethnicity:

0.54
0.61
# American Indian Students
2 Students
255 Students
% American Indian Students
2%
1%
# Asian Students
n/a
945 Students
% Asian Students
n/a
2%
# Hispanic Students
2 Students
3,413 Students
% Hispanic Students
2%
7%
# Black Students
1 Student
1,241 Students
% Black Students
1%
2%
# White Students
60 Students
19,853 Students
% White Students
55%
40%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
38 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
n/a
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
43 Students
23,463 Students
% of Others Students
40%
48%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private preschools are located in Cortez, CO?
2 private preschools are located in Cortez, CO.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in Cortez?
50% of private preschools in Cortez are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist).

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