"McClelland celebrates every child by promoting character growth, a lifelong love of learning, and academic achievement in a creative and safe environment.".
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked CO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,650
- Average class size: 15 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:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
94 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
39%
State avg.: 24%
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
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
clean and neat
clean and neat
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
plus application fee
% on Financial Aid
32%
Admissions Director
Jo Nesbit
School Notes
- Pueblo's only independent school. Preschool-8th grade. Serving the children of Pueblo since 1905.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Mcclelland School cost?
The Mcclelland School's tuition is approximately $8,650 for private students.
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).
School Reviews
5 10/14/2017
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