For the 2025 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 271 students in 81401, CO (there are 1 public school, serving 118 public students). 70% of all K-12 students in 81401, CO are educated in private schools (compared to the CO state average of 8%).
The top ranked private school in 81401, CO is Colorado West Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the Colorado private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
Top Ranked 81401 Colorado Private Schools (2025)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Colorado West Christian School
(Christian)
2705 Sunnyside Rd
Montrose, CO 81401
(970) 249-1094
Montrose, CO 81401
(970) 249-1094
Gr: PK-12 | 180 students Avg. class size: 14 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Pope John Paul Ii Academy
(Catholic)
67051 Sunnyside Rd
Montrose, CO 81401
(970) 249-2996
Montrose, CO 81401
(970) 249-2996
Gr: PK-7 | 91 students Tuition listed
81401, Colorado Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Montrose Chirstian Childhood Center (Closed 2025)
Daycare / Preschool (Christian)
2351 Sunnyside Rd
Montrose, CO 81401
(970) 249-5432
Montrose, CO 81401
(970) 249-5432
Gr: K | 7 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 81401, CO?
The top ranked private schools in 81401, CO is Colorado West Christian School.
How many private schools are located in 81401?
2 private schools are located in 81401.
What percentage of students in 81401 go to private school?
70% of all K-12 students in 81401 are educated in private schools (compared to the CO state average of 8%).
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