Best 81321 Colorado Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 130 students in 81321, CO (there are 8 public schools, serving 2,215 public students). 6% of all K-12 students in 81321, CO are educated in private schools (compared to the CO state average of 8%).
67% of private schools in 81321, CO are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Baptist).

Quick Facts (2026)

Quick Facts (2026)

Private Schools in 81321, CO (2026)

Map of The Childrens Kiva
Gr: PK-K | 54 students
Montessori School
1204 E. Empire St
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8586
Map of Cortez Adventist Christian School
Gr: K-8 | 23 students
Seventh Day Adventist
540 W 4th St
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8257
Lighthouse Christian Academy Photo
Gr: PK-11 | 53 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Baptist
11502 Highway 145
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-8964

Frequently Asked Questions

How many private schools are located in 81321, CO?
3 private schools are located in 81321, CO.
What percentage of students in 81321 go to private school?
6% of all K-12 students in 81321 are educated in private schools (compared to the CO state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 81321?
67% of private schools in 81321 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Baptist).

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