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Best Colorado Private Schools Belonging to Institute for Independent Education (PVSR legacy category) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private schools belonging to Institute for Independent Education (PVSR legacy category) serving 219 students in Colorado. You can also find more schools membership associations in Colorado.
The top ranked private school belonging to Institute for Independent Education (PVSR legacy category) in Colorado is Crested Butte Academy.
50% of private schools belonging to Institute for Independent Education (PVSR legacy category) in Colorado are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to Institute for Independent Education (PVSR legacy category) in Colorado (2026-27)

Map of Crested Butte Academy
Crested Butte Academy
Gr: 8-12 | 61 students
Avg. class size: 6 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 5
P O Box 1180
Crested Butte, CO 81224
(970) 349-1805
(1)
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Map of Vail Christian High School
Vail Christian High School
Gr: 9-12 | 158 students
Christian
31621 Highway 6
Edwards, CO 81632
(970) 926-3015
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to Institute for Independent Education (PVSR legacy category) in Colorado?
The top ranked private schools belonging to Institute for Independent Education (PVSR legacy category) in Colorado is Crested Butte Academy.
How many private schools belonging to Institute for Independent Education (PVSR legacy category) are located in Colorado?
2 private schools belonging to Institute for Independent Education (PVSR legacy category) are located in Colorado.
What percentage of private schools belonging to Institute for Independent Education (PVSR legacy category) are religiously affiliated in Colorado?
50% of private schools belonging to Institute for Independent Education (PVSR legacy category) in Colorado are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
2
Private Schools
219
Students
12%
Students of Color
7:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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