St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Academy

In the spirit of Catholic tradition, St. Rose of Lima's mission is to provide quality Catholic education centered on attending to the real needs of our students, while developing respect, responsibility, and community.
St. Rose of Lima is a Catholic school directly affiliated with the Archdiocese of Denver and St.
Rose of Lima Parish. St. Rose has an enrollment of 200 students in grades K-8, and is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
The facility includes ten classrooms, a library/media center with 25 PCs, a cafeteria/auditorium, dedicated music room and gymnasium.
Teachers are encouraged to be involved in all school activities and to participate in in-service programs offered through the archdiocese and other local programs.
In the spirit of Catholic tradition, the mission of St.
Rose of Lima School is to provide quality Catholic education, centered on attending to the real needs of our students, while developing respect, responsibility, and community.
Our main organizational goals, which we believe will best help us live out our mission are (1) to provide individualized education in order to support the spiritual, intellectual, emotional and physical growth of each student, (2) to strengthen the desire of each student to put forth his or her best efforts and to serve the needs of their community according to his or her individual God-given talents and abilities, and (3) to encourage students to learn more about their Catholic values.

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked CO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 208 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
208 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
97%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost

School Notes

  • School Motto: A Catholic Education Forming Excellent Catholic Scholars & Faithful Disciples of Jesus.
  • In the spirit of Catholic tradition, St. Rose of Lima's mission is to provide quality Catholic education centered on attending to the real needs of our students, while developing respect, responsibility, and community. St. Rose of Lima is a Catholic school directly affiliated with the Archdiocese of Denver and St. Rose of Lima Parish. St. Rose has an enrollment of 200 students in grades K-8, and is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The facility includes ten classrooms, a library/media center with 25 PCs, a cafeteria/auditorium, dedicated music room and gymnasium. Teachers are encouraged to be involved in all school activities and to participate in in-service programs offered through the archdiocese and other local programs. In the spirit of Catholic tradition, the mission of St. Rose of Lima School is to provide quality Catholic education, centered on attending to the real needs of our students, while developing respect, responsibility, and community. Our main organizational goals, which we believe will best help us live out our mission are (1) to provide individualized education in order to support the spiritual, intellectual, emotional and physical growth of each student, (2) to strengthen the desire of each student to put forth his or her best efforts and to serve the needs of their community according to his or her individual God-given talents and abilities, and (3) to encourage students to learn more about their Catholic values.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Academy cost?
St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Academy's tuition is approximately $5,000 for private students.
What is St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Academy's ranking?
St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Academy?
The application deadline for St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Academy located?
St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Academy is located in the West neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 3 other private schools located in West.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Top Ranked CO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 208 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $5,000
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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