Bixby School Photo

Top 5 Best Colorado Alternative Private Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 37 alternative private schools serving 3,355 students in Colorado.
The top ranked alternative private schools in Colorado include The Colorado Springs School, Anastasis Academy and Bixby School.
The average acceptance rate is 86%, which is lower than the Colorado private school average acceptance rate of 90%.
24% of alternative private schools in Colorado are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

Top Ranked Colorado Alternative Private Schools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
The Colorado Springs School
The Colorado Springs School Photo - The Colorado Springs School is PreK-12 college-preparatory day and international school nestled in the heart of Broadmoor.
Alternative School
(1)
21 Broadmoor Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 434-3500
Grades: PK-12
| 336 students
Compositive Primary, Preschool - 5th Gd
Compositive Primary, Preschool - 5th Gd Photo - Small student to teacher rations ensures that teachers truly get to know each and every student, and are able to provide individualized learning.
Alternative School
(3)
2345 North Ursula St.
Aurora, CO 80045
(720) 452-2522
Grades: PK-5
| 60 students
Fusion Academy Boulder County
Alternative School
168 Centennial Parkway, Suite 100
Louisville, CO 80027
(877) 673-8893
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Fusion Academy Denver - Greenwood Village
Fusion Academy Denver - Greenwood Village Photo - Each Fusion campus has a state-of-the-art music studio with professional-grade tools. Students can explore instruments, vocals, songwriting, DJ performing arts, and more.
Alternative School
5340 South Quebec Street, Suite 100 N
Englewood, CO 80111
(877) 673-8893
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Anastasis Academy
Alternative School (Christian)
(2)
6495 S Colorado Blvd
Littleton, CO 80121
(303) 779-0358
Grades: K-8
| 59 students
Bixby School
Bixby School Photo
Alternative School
(15)
4760 Table Mesa Drive
Boulder, CO 80305
(303) 494-7508
Grades: NS-5
| 127 students
Colorado Heritage Education School System
Alternative School (Christian)
1300 9th St
Greeley, CO 80631
(970) 346-0099
Grades: K-12
| 260 students
Colorado Timberline Academy
Colorado Timberline Academy Photo - Weekend Trip to Bisti Badlands in New Mexico
Alternative School
(1)
454 Academy Drive
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5898
Grades: 9-12
| 30 students
Front Range Academy
Alternative School
1008 Depot Hill Road
Broomfield, CO 80020
(303) 469-0496
Grades: 6-12
| 400 students
The Goddard School
The Goddard School Photo
Alternative School
11450 S. Pine Drive
Parker, CO 80134
(303) 805-1700
Grades: PK-K
| 211 students
Paonia Experiential Leadership Academy
Alternative School
(3)
12999 Minerich Road
Paonia, CO 81428
(970) 361-5600
Grades: 7-12
| 24 students
Primrose School Of Briargate
Alternative School
2380 Briar Ridge Pt
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
(719) 268-0664
Grades: PK-K
| 230 students
Bansbach Academy At Denver Childrens Home
Alternative School
1501 Albion St
Denver, CO 80220
(303) 399-4890
Grades: 4-12
| 49 students
Bright Horizons
Alternative School
2420 W 8th St
Loveland, CO 80537
(970) 461-9802
Grades: PK-K
| 79 students
Christian Core Academy
Christian Core Academy Photo
Alternative School (Christian)
125 Crestridge St.
Fort Collins, CO 80525
(970) 672-3565
Grades: PK-8
| 78 students
Crossroads School
Crossroads School Photo - Crossroads 2022-2023 Graduates
Alternative School (Christian)
833 15th Ave.
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 709-9881
Grades: 6-12
| 30 students
Darren Patterson Christian Academy
Darren Patterson Christian Academy Photo - Academic Expeditions bring hands on, engaged learning.
Alternative School (Christian)
518 S San Juan Ave
Buena Vista, CO 81211
(719) 395-6046
Grades: PK-8
| 104 students
Desiderata School
Desiderata School Photo - Students may complete independent study assignments with adult instructor supervision and assistance in a number of different facilities. These students are working at the Tutoring Club of Longmont during the 2010-2011 school year.
Alternative School
8979 Nelson Rd.
Longmont, CO 80503
(303) 678-9335
Grades: 6-12
| 18 students
Durango Early Learning Center
Alternative School
890 East Third Ave
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 259-1483
Grades: NS-3
| 71 students
Eagle Rock School & Pdc
Eagle Rock School & Pdc Photo - www.eaglerockschool.org
Alternative School
2750 Notaiah Rd
Estes Park, CO 80517
(970) 586-0600
Grades: Inquire with school
| 29 students
Einstein Academy
Alternative School (Jewish)
1195 Newport St
Denver, CO 80220
(720) 449-1241
Grades: 1-6
| 12 students
Firefly Autism
Alternative School
2695 S Jersey St
Denver, CO 80222
(303) 759-1192
Grades: PK
| 32 students
Friends School
Alternative School
5465 Pennsylvania Ave
Boulder, CO 80303
(303) 499-1999
Grades: PK-8
| 161 students
Harmony Hills Academy
Alternative School
12414 Us Highway 285
Conifer, CO 80433
(720) 933-3149
Grades: 2-8
| 10 students
Heartland Academy Denver
Alternative School
3418 W 14th Ave
Denver, CO 80204
(720) 771-9489
Grades: PK-7
| 17 students
Hope Academy Of The Denver Street School
All-girls | Alternative School
1380 Ammons St
Denver, CO 80214
(303) 860-1702
Grades: 9-12
| 10 students
Kingdom Bound Christian School
Alternative School (Baptist)
498 15th St
Burlington, CO 80807
(970) 554-0541
Grades: K-12
| 13 students
The Patchwork School
Alternative School
(1)
1428 Main St
Louisville, CO 80027
(720) 271-6729
Grades: PK
| 80 students
Primrose School At Highlands Ranch Business Park
Alternative School
9055 Ridgeline Blvd
Littleton, CO 80129
(303) 346-4800
Grades: NS-K
| 124 students
Primrose School At Torrey Peaks
Alternative School
5483 W 118th Pl
Broomfield, CO 80020
(303) 246-4203
Grades: NS-K
| 145 students
Primrose School Of Longmont
Alternative School
1335 Dry Creek Dr
Longmont, CO 80503
(303) 774-1919
Grades: NS-K
| 182 students
Primrose School Of Springs Ranch
Alternative School
3805 Tutt Blvd
Colorado Springs, CO 80922
(719) 442-1992
Grades: NS-K
| 6 students
Shiloh Home Inc.
Alternative School
6400 W Coal Mine Ave
Littleton, CO 80123
(303) 932-9599
Grades: 1-12
| 79 students
Steamboat Mountain School
Alternative School
(1)
818 Oak St
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 879-1350
Grades: K-12
| 154 students
Transitional School
Alternative School (Church of Christ)
14780 N 107th St
Longmont, CO 80504
(303) 776-6841
Grades: 6-11
| 9 students
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private schools in Colorado?
The top ranked alternative private schools in Colorado include The Colorado Springs School, Anastasis Academy and Bixby School.
How many alternative private schools are located in Colorado?
37 alternative private schools are located in Colorado.
How diverse are alternative private schools in Colorado?
Colorado alternative private schools are approximately 27% minority students, which is higher than the Colorado private school average of 24%.
What percentage of alternative private schools are religiously affiliated in Colorado?
24% of alternative private schools in Colorado are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Baptist).

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