The Mcclelland School (Top Ranked Private School for 2025-26)

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415 E Abriendo Ave.
Pueblo, CO 81004

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Tel: (719) 543-5271

www.mcclellandschool.org

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The Mcclelland School Photo #1 - The McClelland School's 3rd and 4th grade students participate in activities such as a "book tasting", where they are able to review new genres of books that they may not have read before and share them with their classmates.

The Mcclelland School Photo #2 - The McClelland School's preschool and prekindergarten programs work on their fine motor skills with the help of older student "buddies." The students not only build a sense of community within the school but are able to learn from their student buddies.

The Mcclelland School Photo #3 - The McClelland School middle school students not only participate in gym, art, music, Spanish, finance, and study skills class. They also get to run fun events such as the 8th grade carnival to raise money for their spring trip.

The Mcclelland School Photo #4 - The McClelland School's 4th graders are completing hands on experiments with force and motion. This is one of the many hands-on experiments the students learn about during the school year. Our students are able to engage in hands on activities throughout the year that compliment what they are learning in the classroom.

"McClelland celebrates every child by promoting character growth, a lifelong love of learning, and academic achievement in a creative and safe environment.".

Quick Facts (2025-26)

Top Ranked CO School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 86 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,350
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1905

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

86 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

39%

State avg.: 25%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

15 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 13:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

10 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

clean and neat

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$11,350

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Tuition Notes

plus application fee

% on Financial Aid

32%

Admissions Director

Nicole Christensen

Application URL

Online Application

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Battle of the BooksCooking Club

Lego Club

School Notes

School Motto: The McClelland School fosters a safe environment for community, curiosity, and critical thinking.

Pueblo's only independent school. Preschool-8th grade. Serving the children of Pueblo since 1905.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
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Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Mcclelland School cost?

The Mcclelland School's tuition is approximately $11,350 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from The Mcclelland School?

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What is The Mcclelland School's ranking?

The Mcclelland School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for The Mcclelland School?

The application deadline for The Mcclelland School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is The Mcclelland School located?

The Mcclelland School is located in the Bessemer neighborhood of Pueblo, CO. There are 1 other private schools located in Bessemer.

School Reviews

5 10/14/2017

We love McClelland! Both my kids have excelled here, we wouldn't go anywhere else!

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