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#160 of 188 private schools in CO

Liberty Classical Academy

School

5175 COUNTY ROAD 335, New Castle, CO 81647

Private

Enrollment

117

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Colorado private schools

#160 of 188

In New Castle

#2 of 2

public schools

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Liberty Classical Academy

5.2/10

School in New Castle · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Elk Creek Elementary

4.0/10

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6.5/10

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About Liberty Classical Academy

Liberty Classical Academy is a private school in New Castle, CO. Liberty Classical Academy serves approximately 117 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Classical Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #160 of 188 private schools in CO.

How it compares1.0 pts below CO schools
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • CO avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 117 students, Liberty Classical Academy 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.

Liberty Classical Academy 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 Liberty Classical Academy compares to the 4 public schools in New Castle, CO

Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
This School
vs
15.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
117
This School
vs
405
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.2
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 11.1% vs 0%
Black 0.9% vs 0%
Liberty Classical Academy New Castle Public Avg

All Schools in New Castle

School Rating
Liberty Classical Academy (this school) 5.2
Elk Creek Elementary 4.0
Kathryn Senor Elementary School 5.1
Riverside School 5.3
Coal Ridge High School 5.9

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)
C- 2.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 18:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 9.0 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,312.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 23%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 117
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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 87.2%
Hispanic 11.1%
Black 0.9%
Two or More 0.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

5175 COUNTY ROAD 335, New Castle, CO 81647

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Classical Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Glenwood Springs High School (rated 7.5/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Glenwood Springs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Riverview School (rated 7.5/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Glenwood Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COLORADO ROCKY MOUNTAIN SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 20.0 miles away, in nearby Carbondale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Castle, see our New Castle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Elk Creek Elementary New Castle 0.8 mi 4.0
AMBLESIDE AT SKYLARK New Castle 0.9 mi 6.5
Kathryn Senor Elementary School New Castle 1.5 mi 5.1
Riverside School New Castle 1.6 mi 5.3
Coal Ridge High School New Castle 3.5 mi 5.9
Cactus Valley Elementary School Silt 6.3 mi 3.7
Two Rivers Community School Glenwood Springs 9.5 mi 7.1
Glenwood Springs Middle School Glenwood Springs 9.9 mi 5.5
Yampah Mountain School Glenwood Springs 11.3 mi 6.5
Graham Mesa Elementary School Rifle 11.6 mi 3.8
Glenwood Springs Elementary School Glenwood Springs 11.6 mi 5.1
Glenwood Springs High School Glenwood Springs 11.8 mi 7.5
Highland Elementary School Rifle 11.8 mi 4.8
ST STEPHEN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Glenwood Springs 12.0 mi 6.6
Wamsley Elementary School Rifle 12.2 mi 4.5
Sopris Elementary School Glenwood Springs 12.8 mi 6.6
Rifle Middle School Rifle 12.9 mi 4.6
Rifle High School Rifle 13.1 mi 5.2
Riverview School Glenwood Springs 14.2 mi 7.5
COLORADO ROCKY MOUNTAIN SCHOOL Carbondale 20.0 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 81647 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,139

Median Home Value

$470,000

Median Rent

$1,581/mo

Population

7,037

College Educated

31.5%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

36.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

38.7

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bethune Public Schools Bethune, CO 5.2
AUGUSTINE CLASSICAL ACADEMY Lakewood, CO 5.4
Branson School Branson, CO 5.4
Lake George Charter School Lake George, CO 5.0
Miller Special Education Lakewood, CO 5.4
PAGOSA VALOR ACADEMY Pagosa Springs, CO 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Classical Academy

What grades does Liberty Classical Academy serve?

Liberty Classical Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Liberty Classical Academy?

Liberty Classical Academy has an enrollment of approximately 117 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Classical Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Classical Academy is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Liberty Classical Academy rank in CO?

Liberty Classical Academy ranks #160 of 188 private schools in CO.

What is Liberty Classical Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Classical Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Liberty Classical Academy a private school?

Yes, Liberty Classical Academy is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Liberty Classical Academy a religious school?

Liberty Classical Academy has a Other Religious religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
117
Gender Split
60% M / 40% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Other Religious
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Garfield County

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