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Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CO School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Transitional School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
9 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Transitional School often compared to?
Transitional School is often viewed alongside schools like Dawson School, Crossroads School by visitors of our site.
What is Transitional School's ranking?
Transitional School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Transitional School?
The application deadline for Transitional School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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