The Colorado Springs School

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The Colorado Springs School Photo #1 - The Colorado Springs School is PreK-12 college-preparatory day and international school nestled in the heart of Broadmoor.
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The Colorado Springs School Photo #1 - The Colorado Springs School is PreK-12 college-preparatory day and international school nestled in the heart of Broadmoor.
The Colorado Springs School Photo #2 - CSS offers individualized attention to students through small class sizes offered school-wide.
The Colorado Springs School Photo #3 - CSS students are active participants in learning and benefit more than students in traditional, passive educational environments. All students, from the Lower School through Upper School, participate in experiential programs off campus each academic year.
The Colorado Springs School Photo #4 - CSS graduates are prepared to succeed in college and in life. The Class of 2023 earned $3.7 million in Merit Scholarships and Awards, with 100% matriculating to colleges throughout the nation and around the world.
The Colorado Springs School Photo #5 - The Lower School is where each child's college preparation begins. We aim to spark student's innate curiosity, instill confidence, and encourage them to reach their full potential.
The Colorado Springs School Photo #6 - At CSS, the arts are of equal importance to core subject matters and allow our students to develop an appreciation for process-based discovery and innovation while building confidence and self-assurance.
The Colorado Springs School Photo #7 - The Colorado Springs School is home to competitive athletic teams both at the Upper and Middle School levels, with offerings ranging from soccer and volleyball to tennis, cross country, basketball and lacrosse.
The Colorado Springs School Photo #8 - The school offers one-way and round-trip bus transportation to students at various locations throughout the Pikes Peak region.
The Colorado Springs School Photo #9 - Students at CSS forge lifetime friendships with their classmates.
Through superior academics and mentoring, The Colorado Springs School prepares students to think independently and to meet the needs of a dynamic world with leadership, ingenuity, problem-solving skills, and personal integrity.
Learning is grounded in experience. By delivering challenging academic material through traditional and experiential settings, The Colorado Springs School offers our students hands-on and practical opportunities to learn more thoroughly, to retain information longer, and to apply it in new settings.
This deliberate approach to teaching also offers students opportunities to learn more about themselves, others, and the world.
Building on strong, supportive relationships afforded by small class sizes and a safe environment, we advance each student's social-emotional and academic growth.
We teach to a higher standard than the common core.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 336 students
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Feb. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Colorado Springs School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:

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Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
1962

Student Body

Total Students
336 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 24%
Students by Grade
The Colorado Springs School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Number of AP Courses
13 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Comparative Government & Politics, AP Computer Science A, AP English Literature & Composition, AP French Language & Culture, AP Macroeconomics, AP Microeconomics, AP Psychology, AP Spanish Language & Culture, AP Statistics, AP US History
Average SAT score
1226
Average ACT score
27
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / Feb. 15 / rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $16,000 (PreK), $20,200 (Lower School), $24,000 (Middle School) to $26,000 (Upper School)
% on Financial Aid
40%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$6,300
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Alex Winnicker
Admissions Associate
Brooke Kelly-Rawls

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
22 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art Club, Book Club, Disc Golf, Forum (Student Body Association), Garage Band, Judicial Council, Kodiaks Investing, MatchWits, Model United Nations, National Honor Society, Outdoor Adventure Club, Poetry Club, Robotics Team, Upstagers, World Cultures

Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Band, Ceramics, Glass, Pep Band, Theater, Vocal Ensemble

School Notes

Recognized as a top choice school byNiche.comand nestled in the shadows of Pikes Peak, The Colorado Springs School`s distinctive educational philosophy strikes a balance between innovation and tradition.

CSS is a PreK-12th grade school of approximately 330 students. Founded 60 years ago, The Colorado Springs School offers a hands-on education with balanced concern for students' academic, social, emotional, and physical growth.
  • Ranked #12023Best Private School in Colorado Springs
To learn more, visit us in-person or virtually and Discover the CSS Difference.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of The Colorado Springs School?
The acceptance rate of The Colorado Springs School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 91%. The Colorado Springs School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Colorado with low acceptance rates.
What sports does The Colorado Springs School offer?
The Colorado Springs School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball.
What is The Colorado Springs School's ranking?
The Colorado Springs School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for The Colorado Springs School?
The application deadline for The Colorado Springs School is Jan. 15 / Feb. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 / Feb. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5  
We moved to Colorados Springs so that our two high school aged daughters could attend the Upper School. We chose this school for its academic rigor and amazing experiential learning program. We wanted our girls to be well rounded, develop their soft skills and meet life with kindness and integrity. The school community embraced us immediately. Both of my daughters ran cross country for the first time in their lives and their team went to state. One of my daughters is going to try basketball. The kids are encouraged to participate no matter their prior experience. Our daughters are thriving academically and socially and we could not be happier parents.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked CO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 336 students
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / Feb. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Colorado Springs, CO is $6,510 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Colorado Springs, CO is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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