St. Columba School Photo - St. Columba School, where students are known, respected, and cared for by faculty, staff, and peers; where exploring ideas and loving learning are cool; where happiness and challenge walk hand-in-hand; where leadership and extracurricular opportunities abound; and where the presence of the Catholic tradition stamps a profound and lasting influence on the educational experience of our young scholars.

Best La Plata County Private Preschools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 5 private preschools serving 573 students in La Plata County, CO.
The top ranked private preschool in La Plata County, CO is St. Columba School.
33% of private preschools in La Plata County, CO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Methodist and Catholic).

Top Ranked La Plata County Private Preschools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
St. Columba School
St. Columba School Photo - St. Columba School, where students are known, respected, and cared for by faculty, staff, and peers; where exploring ideas and loving learning are cool; where happiness and challenge walk hand-in-hand; where leadership and extracurricular opportunities abound; and where the presence of the Catholic tradition stamps a profound and lasting influence on the educational experience of our young scholars.
(Catholic)
1801 E 3rd Ave
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5527
Grades: PK-8
| 247 students
Children's House Of Durango
Montessori School
(1)
1689 W 3rd Ave
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1089
Grades: PK-K
| 47 students
Durango Early Learning Center
Alternative School
890 East Third Ave
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1483
Grades: NS-3
| 71 students
First Umc Christ Childs School
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist)
2917 Aspen Drive
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-4213
Grades: NS-PK
| 60 students
Southern Ute Indian Montessori Academy
Montessori School
275 Mouache Circle
Ignacio, CO 81137
(970) 563-0253
Grades: PK-5
| 98 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in La Plata County, Colorado

La Plata County Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1775 Florida Rd
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1189
Grades: PK-8
| 41 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private preschools in La Plata County, CO?
The top ranked private preschools in La Plata County, CO is St. Columba School.
How many private preschools are located in La Plataunty?
5 private preschools are located in La Plataunty.
How diverse are private preschools in La Plataunty?
La Plataunty private preschools are approximately 28% minority students, which is higher than the Colorado private school average of 24%.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in La Plataunty?
33% of private preschools in La Plataunty are religiously affiliated (most commonly Methodist and Catholic).
Which private preschools in La Plataunty are often viewed compared to one another?

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