Colorado Private School Rankings by Category (2026)

Colorado School Rankings by Category (2026)

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Cost & Affordability

Least expensive tuition Ranked by average annual tuition

Academic Performance

Highest average SAT score Ranked by mean SAT score

Highest average ACT score Ranked by mean ACT composite score

Lowest acceptance rates Most selective private schools by admissions rate

Most AP courses offered Ranked by number of AP courses available

Faculty, Resources & History

Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees Ranked by % of teachers holding a master's or higher

Largest endowments Schools with the most financial resources per student

Oldest founding date Private schools with the longest history of operation

Student Body & Diversity

Highest percentage of students of color Ranked by racial and ethnic diversity of enrollment

Largest student body Ranked by total enrolled students

Extracurriculars & Offerings

Most sports offered Ranked by number of varsity and JV sports programs

Most extracurriculars offered Clubs, arts, and activities beyond the classroom

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