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Best 81301 Colorado Private Preschools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 private preschools serving 522 students in 81301, CO.
The top ranked private preschools in 81301, CO include St. Columba School and Durango Early Learning Center.
The average acceptance rate is 25%, which is lower than the Colorado private preschool average acceptance rate of 86%.
40% of private preschools in 81301, CO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Methodist).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 81301 Colorado Private Preschools (2026-27)

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Durango Early Learning Center
Gr: NS-3 | 71 students
Alternative School
890 East Third Ave
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1483
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St. Columba School
Gr: PK-8 | 294 students
Extracurriculars: 6
Catholic
1801 E 3rd Ave
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5527
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Children's House Of Durango
Gr: PK-K | 47 students
Montessori School
1689 W 3rd Ave
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1089
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Durango Montessori School
Gr: PK-5 | 50 students
Montessori School
1309 E 3rd Ave Unit 6
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 769-3590
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First Umc Christ Childs School
Gr: NS-PK | 60 students
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
2917 Aspen Drive
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-4213
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81301, Colorado Private Preschools (Closed)

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Columbine Christian School
Gr: PK-8 | 41 students
Seventh Day Adventist
1775 Florida Rd
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1189
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in 81301, CO?
The top ranked private preschools in 81301, CO include St. Columba School and Durango Early Learning Center.
How many private preschools are located in 81301?
5 private preschools are located in 81301.
How diverse are private preschools in 81301?
81301 private preschools are approximately 10% minority students, which is lower than the Colorado private school average of 25%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in 81301?
40% of private preschools in 81301 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Methodist).

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