For the 2026 school year, there is 1 private school serving 161 students in 81647, CO (there are 4 public schools, serving 1,608 public students). 9% of all K-12 students in 81647, CO are educated in private schools (compared to the CO state average of 8%).
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Colorado private school average acceptance rate of 84%.
100% of private schools in 81647, CO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
Private Schools in 81647, CO (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5033 County Road 335 #295
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 984-0604
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 984-0604
Gr: PK-12 | 161 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
81647, Colorado Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ambleside At Skylark (Closed 2023)
(Christian)
151 W. Main
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 930-1804
New Castle, CO 81647
(970) 930-1804
Gr: K-8 | 57 students Avg. class size: 13 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 81647, CO?
1 private schools are located in 81647, CO.
What percentage of students in 81647 go to private school?
9% of all K-12 students in 81647 are educated in private schools (compared to the CO state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 81647?
100% of private schools in 81647 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian).
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