Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked CO School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
University Hills Lutheran School
About the School
- University Hills Lutheran School in Denver, CO, serves 38 co–ed students in grades 1 through 8 within a central city community.
- Founded in 1952, the school operates under the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod affiliation.
- The student body includes approximately 5% students of color, reflecting some racial diversity.
- This private school offers a regular elementary and secondary program in the University Hills neighborhood.
- University Hills Lutheran School is among the oldest private schools in Colorado based on founding year.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top Ranked CO School
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
University Hills Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
38 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 25%
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are University Hills Lutheran School often compared to?
University Hills Lutheran School is often viewed alongside schools like St. John's Lutheran School by visitors of our site.
What is University Hills Lutheran School's ranking?
University Hills Lutheran School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for University Hills Lutheran School?
The application deadline for University Hills Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is University Hills Lutheran School located?
University Hills Lutheran School is located in the University Hills neighborhood of Denver, CO. There are 2 other private schools located in University Hills.
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: University Hills Lutheran School vs. St. John's Lutheran School
The nearest high school and elementary school to University Hills Lutheran School is Calvary Apostolic Academy (0.8 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Temple Sinai Preschool Lm (0.5 miles away)
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Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: K | 65 students
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
3509 S Glencoe St
Denver, CO 80237
(303) 759-0755
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 58 students
Pentecostal
5900 E Yale Ave
Denver, CO 80222
(303) 758-5900
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK | 32 students
Alternative School
2695 S Jersey St
Denver, CO 80222
(303) 759-1192
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 457 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 11
Special Education School
4400 E Iliff Avenue
Denver, CO 80222
(303) 777-5161
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 40 students
Daycare / Preschool
2200 South Holly St.
Denver, CO 80222
(303) 757-8561
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 58 students
Pentecostal
5900 E Yale Ave
Denver, CO 80222
(303) 758-5900
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 457 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 11
Special Education School
4400 E Iliff Avenue
Denver, CO 80222
(303) 777-5161
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 784 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 19
4000 East Quincy Avenue
Englewood, CO 80113
(303) 770-7660
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: 5-12 | 31 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
2160 South Cook Street
Denver, CO 80210
(303) 758-2003
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: K-12 | 45 students
Special Education School
2303 E Dartmouth Ave
Englewood, CO 80113
(303) 758-7171
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 58 students
Pentecostal
5900 E Yale Ave
Denver, CO 80222
(303) 758-5900
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 457 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Sports: 11 | Extracurriculars: 11
Special Education School
4400 E Iliff Avenue
Denver, CO 80222
(303) 777-5161
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: K-8 | 315 students
Catholic
3959 E Iliff Ave
Denver, CO 80210
(303) 757-1279
Distance: 1.5 mi
Gr: 6-12 | 784 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 20 | Extracurriculars: 19
4000 East Quincy Avenue
Englewood, CO 80113
(303) 770-7660
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: 5-12 | 31 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
2160 South Cook Street
Denver, CO 80210
(303) 758-2003
Distance: 0.5 mi
Gr: K | 65 students
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
3509 S Glencoe St
Denver, CO 80237
(303) 759-0755
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 58 students
Pentecostal
5900 E Yale Ave
Denver, CO 80222
(303) 758-5900
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: PK | 32 students
Alternative School
2695 S Jersey St
Denver, CO 80222
(303) 759-1192
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: NS-PK | 40 students
Daycare / Preschool
2200 South Holly St.
Denver, CO 80222
(303) 757-8561
Distance: 1.2 mi
Gr: NS-K | 95 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Daycare / Preschool
4140 E Iliff Ave
Denver, CO 80222
(303) 757-3551
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Bradley International School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3051 South Elm Street
Denver, CO 80222
(720) 424-9468
Denver, CO 80222
(720) 424-9468
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 574 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Holly Hills Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6161 East Cornell Avenue
Denver, CO 80222
(720) 747-2500
Denver, CO 80222
(720) 747-2500
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 633 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
3301 South Monaco Parkway
Denver, CO 80222
(720) 554-3280
Denver, CO 80222
(720) 554-3280
0.9 miles
Gr: PK | 74 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Thomas Jefferson High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3950 South Holly Street
Denver, CO 80237
(720) 423-7000
Denver, CO 80237
(720) 423-7000
0.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,390 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Southmoor Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3755 South Magnolia Way
Denver, CO 80237
(720) 424-3930
Denver, CO 80237
(720) 424-3930
1.3 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 431 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
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