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Vista Ridge Academy

Vista Ridge Academy is a preschool through eighth grade private school located in Erie, Colorado. Through our Christ-centered community and personally attentive teaching philosophy, we nurture the unique talents of each student as learners and leaders-aiming to grow confident minds, strong bodies, and loving spirits.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked CO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 86 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,650
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Vista Ridge Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild learning differences
Year Founded
1899
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
86 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
22%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Vista Ridge Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
School Uniforms

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Dec. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
See school website for financial information.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,000
Admissions Director
Marsha Bartulec

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir

School Notes

  • Vista Ridge Academy is a preschool through eighth grade private school located in Erie, Colorado. Through our Christ-centered community and personally attentive teaching philosophy, we nurture the unique talents of each student as learners and leaders-aiming to grow confident minds, strong bodies, and loving spirits.
  • Vista Ridge Academy is part of the Adventist education system, one of the largest Christian educational systems in the world, which emphasizes a wholistic approach to educating students academically, physically, and spiritually-according to our core values.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Vista Ridge Academy cost?
Vista Ridge Academy's tuition is approximately $6,650 for private students.
What schools are Vista Ridge Academy often compared to?
Vista Ridge Academy is often viewed alongside schools like The Patchwork School by visitors of our site.
What sports does Vista Ridge Academy offer?
Vista Ridge Academy offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Vista Ridge Academy's ranking?
Vista Ridge Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Vista Ridge Academy?
The application deadline for Vista Ridge Academy is Dec. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Dec. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
5  
Last year we enrolled our son in Kindergarten at Vista Ridge Academy. We were thrilled to find a thriving fine arts program and even spanish emersion program in the Kindergarten program! The teachers are committed to their students but more importantly, the teachers are committed to sharing Jesus. We couldn't be happier with our choice of school. This year we will have two of our kids attending as they have recently opened a Pre-K program.
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5  
We have a one in Kindergarten and one in 2nd grade at Vista Ridge Academy. We LOVE it. Great school.
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked CO School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 86 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $6,650
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: Dec. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average acceptance rate in Boulder County, CO is 80% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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