Fountain Valley School of Colorado Photo - Fountain Valley dorms can accommodate two to three occupants, and each house includes a communal kitchen and common space, fireplace, and patio.

Top 5 Best El Paso County Private High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 13 private high schools serving 2,900 students in El Paso County, CO.
The top ranked private high schools in El Paso County, CO include Fountain Valley School of Colorado, The Colorado Springs School, and Colorado Springs Christian Schools.
The average acceptance rate is 69%, which is lower than the Colorado private high school average acceptance rate of 81%.
69% of private high schools in El Paso County, CO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Top Ranked El Paso County Private High Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Colorado Springs Christian Schools
(Christian)
(1)
4855 Mallow Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
(719) 599-3553
Grades: K-12
| 882 students
The Colorado Springs School
The Colorado Springs School Photo - The Colorado Springs School is PreK-12 college-preparatory day and international school nestled in the heart of Broadmoor.
Alternative School
(1)
21 Broadmoor Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 434-3500
Grades: PK-12
| 336 students
Evangelical Christian Academy
Evangelical Christian Academy Photo
(Presbyterian)
4050 Nonchalant Circle S
Colorado Springs, CO 80917
(719) 597-3675
Grades: PK-12
| 272 students
6155 Fountain Valley School Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80911
(719) 391-5251
Grades: 9-12
| 230 students
Pikes Peak Christian School
(Church of Christ)
(3)
5905 Flintridge Dr
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
(719) 598-8610
Grades: NS-12
| 373 students
St. Mary's High School
St. Mary's High School Photo - Mens' Athletics
(Catholic)
(4)
2501 E Yampa St
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
(719) 635-7540
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Trinity Christian School
(Christian)
5055 El Camino Dr.
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
(478) 272-7699
Grades: PK-12
| 361 students
The University School
(Christian)
(1)
2713 W Cucharras St
Colorado Springs, CO 80904
(719) 302-3751
Grades: PK-12
| 250 students
Ellicott Baptist School
(Baptist)
24075 State Highway 94
Calhan, CO 80808
(719) 683-2453
Grades: 3-12
| 15 students
Griffith Centers For Children
Special Education School
17 Farragut Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
(719) 636-2122
Grades: 3-12
| 41 students
Kishami Academy
Special Program Emphasis
2011 E Platte Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
(661) 236-6116
Grades: 4-9
| 4 students
Mark Becker
(Christian)
828 E. Pikes Peak Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
(719) 473-5745
Grades: 9-12
| 60 students
Springs Baptist Academy
Springs Baptist Academy Photo - SBA students enjoy a visit from Colorado Springs Fire Department
(Baptist)
3500 N. Nevada Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
(719) 593-7887
Grades: PK-12
| 76 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in El Paso County, Colorado

El Paso County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1110 W Moreno Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80905
(719) 630-3763
Grades: PK-K
| 42 students
3965 Clear View Loop S
Colorado Springs, CO 80911
(719) 392-2078
Grades: K-12
| 62 students
437 Windchime Place
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
(719) 576-3840
Grades: Inquire with school
| 28 students
6915 Palmer Park Blvd
Colorado Springs, CO 80915
(719) 597-1880
Grades: K-12
| 137 students
828 Wooten Rd
Colorado Springs, CO 80915
(719) 635-1371
Grades: 7-12
| 13 students
Redeemer Lutheran School (Closed 2006)
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2221 N Wahsatch Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
(719) 633-7600
Grades: K-8
| 55 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in El Paso County, CO?
The top ranked private high schools in El Paso County, CO include Fountain Valley School of Colorado, The Colorado Springs School, and Colorado Springs Christian Schools.
How many private high schools are located in El Pasounty?
13 private high schools are located in El Pasounty.
How diverse are private high schools in El Pasounty?
El Pasounty private high schools are approximately 18% minority students, which is lower than the Colorado private school average of 24%.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in El Pasounty?
69% of private high schools in El Pasounty are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).
Which private high schools in El Pasounty are often viewed compared to one another?

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