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#25 of 188 private schools in CO

Top 13% of private schools

Cornerstone Christian School

School

20449 HWY 82, Basalt, CO 81621

Private

Enrollment

54

Student-Teacher

5.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 11th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#25 of 188

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Cornerstone Christian School

7.5/10

School in Basalt · grades Kindergarten – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.7/10

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4.0/10

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About Cornerstone Christian School

Cornerstone Christian School is a private school in Basalt, CO. Cornerstone Christian School serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-11th, and has a 5.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cornerstone Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #25 of 188 private schools in CO.

How it compares1.3 pts above CO schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • CO avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 54 students, Cornerstone Christian School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 5.6:1 students to teachers, Cornerstone Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Cornerstone Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Cornerstone Christian School compares to the 3 public schools in Basalt, CO

Student-Teacher Ratio
5.6:1
This School
vs
15.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
54
This School
vs
447
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.5
This School
vs
5.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 72.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 27.8% vs 0%
Cornerstone Christian School Basalt Public Avg

All Schools in Basalt

School Rating
Cornerstone Christian School (this school) 7.5
Basalt Elementary School 4.0
Basalt High School 7.7
Basalt Middle School 5.1

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CO.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 40%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Enrollment 54
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CO

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 72.2%
Hispanic 27.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

20449 HWY 82, Basalt, CO 81621

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cornerstone Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Carbondale Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Carbondale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Basalt High School (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Riverview School (rated 7.5/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Glenwood Springs), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Basalt, see our Basalt schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Basalt High School Basalt 2.5 mi 7.7
Basalt Elementary School Basalt 2.5 mi 4.0
Basalt Middle School Basalt 2.6 mi 5.1
WALDORF SCHOOL ON THE ROARING FORK Carbondale 3.9 mi 6.6
Roaring Fork High School Carbondale 6.9 mi 7.2
Crystal River Elementary School Carbondale 7.0 mi 5.0
Carbondale Middle School Carbondale 7.1 mi 8.1
Bridges Carbondale 7.4 mi 7.3
Ross Montessori School Carbondale 7.4 mi 3.3
Carbondale Community Charter School Carbondale 8.3 mi 4.8
COLORADO ROCKY MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Carbondale 8.4 mi 7.3
Aspen Community Charter School Woody Creek 13.0 mi 6.7
Riverview School Glenwood Springs 14.0 mi 7.5
Gypsum Creek Middle School Gypsum 18.2 mi 3.5
Sopris Elementary School Glenwood Springs 15.7 mi 6.6
Red Hill Elementary School Gypsum 18.3 mi 3.7
ST STEPHEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Glenwood Springs 17.1 mi 6.6
Aspen Preschool Aspen 17.7 mi
Aspen Elementary School Aspen 17.7 mi 4.4
Aspen Middle School Aspen 17.7 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 81621 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,721

Median Home Value

$1,138,500

Median Rent

$2,220/mo

Population

6,349

College Educated

59%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

44.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Colorado Springs, CO 7.4
BANSBACH ACADEMY AT DENVER CHILDRENS HOME Denver, CO 7.7
GRAND COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tabernash, CO 7.3
SPRINGS BAPTIST ACADEMY Colorado Springs, CO 7.2
LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westminster, CO 7.1
ROCK SOLID CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Denver, CO 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cornerstone Christian School

What grades does Cornerstone Christian School serve?

Cornerstone Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 11th.

How many students attend Cornerstone Christian School?

Cornerstone Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cornerstone Christian School is 5.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Cornerstone Christian School rank in CO?

Cornerstone Christian School ranks #25 of 188 private schools in CO.

What is Cornerstone Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cornerstone Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Cornerstone Christian School a private school?

Yes, Cornerstone Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Cornerstone Christian School a religious school?

Cornerstone Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 11th
Enrollment
54
Gender Split
59% M / 41% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Eagle County

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