Telluride Elementary School serves 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-3. The student:teacher of Telluride Elementary School is 12:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Telluride Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Year Founded
1895
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
319 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Each and every student will achieve personal success through quality education.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Telluride Elementary School's ranking?
Telluride Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Telluride Elementary School?
The application deadline for Telluride Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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