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Best 80516 Colorado Private Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 258 students in 80516, CO (there are 10 public schools, serving 7,673 public students). 3% of all K-12 students in 80516, CO are educated in private schools (compared to the CO state average of 8%).
The top ranked private school in 80516, CO is Vista Ridge Academy.
33% of private schools in 80516, CO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 80516 Colorado Private Schools (2026-27)

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Vista Ridge Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 86 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 1
Seventh Day Adventist
3100 Ridge View Dr
Erie, CO 80516
(303) 828-4944
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The Goddard School
Gr: NS-K
Daycare / Preschool
3000 Village Vista Drive
Erie, CO 80516
(303) 828-5202
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Primrose School Of Erie At Vista Ridge
Gr: NS-K | 172 students
Daycare / Preschool
2998 Ridgeview Dr
Erie, CO 80516
(303) 665-3444
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80516, Colorado Private Schools (Closed)

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Blue Mountain Montessori
Gr: PK-K | 45 students
Montessori School
201 S Briggs St
Erie, CO 80516
(303) 339-0117
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 80516, CO?
The top ranked private schools in 80516, CO is Vista Ridge Academy.
How many private schools are located in 80516?
3 private schools are located in 80516.
What percentage of students in 80516 go to private school?
3% of all K-12 students in 80516 are educated in private schools (compared to the CO state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 80516?
33% of private schools in 80516 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist).

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