"McClelland celebrates every child by promoting character growth, a lifelong love of learning, and academic achievement in a creative and safe environment.".
Quick Facts (2026)
- 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:
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
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.: 11:1
% 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
Tuition Notes
plus application fee
% on Financial Aid
32%
Admissions Director
Nicole Christensen
Application URL
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:
Source: Verified school update
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?
The Mcclelland School famous alumni include: .
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.
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is Trinity Lutheran School (0.9 miles away)
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(Catholic)
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(719) 542-1864
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Pueblo, CO 81004
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School Reviews
5 10/14/2017
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