Excellent
#3 of 188 private schools in CO
Top 1% of private schools
Montessori Academy of Colorado
Elementary School
2500 CURTIS ST, Denver, CO 80205
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
75
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Colorado private schools
#3 of 188
In Denver
#3 of 36
public schools
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Montessori Academy of Colorado
Elementary School in Denver · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Montessori Academy of Colorado
Montessori Academy of Colorado is a private elementary school in Denver, CO. Montessori Academy of Colorado serves approximately 75 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Montessori Academy of Colorado has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #3 of 188 private schools in CO.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- CO avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 75 students, Montessori Academy of Colorado 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 4.4:1 students to teachers, Montessori Academy of Colorado sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Montessori Academy of Colorado 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
BetaHow Montessori Academy of Colorado compares to 181 public schools serving similar grades in Denver, CO
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori Academy of Colorado (this school) | 8.2 |
| University Prep - Arapahoe St. | 5.3 |
| Polaris Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Gilliam School | — |
| Whittier ECE-8 School | 4.8 |
| Downtown Denver Expeditionary School | 8.6 |
| Cole Arts and Science Academy | 4.8 |
| McAuliffe Manual Middle School | 6.5 |
| DSST: Cole Middle School | 4.6 |
| Wyatt Academy | 6.5 |
| French American School of Denver | 9.5 |
| Morey Middle School | 8.5 |
| Denver Center for 21st-Century Learning at Wyman | 7.0 |
| Prep Academy | 7.8 |
| Columbine Elementary School | 7.5 |
| Garden Place Academy | 4.8 |
| Bryant Webster Dual Language ECE-8 School | 6.4 |
| International Academy of Denver at Harrington | 4.1 |
| Trevista at Horace Mann | 7.8 |
| Center for Talent Development at Greenlee | 6.4 |
| West Middle School | 5.5 |
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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
2500 CURTIS ST, Denver, CO 80205
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Montessori Academy of Colorado may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. French American School of Denver (rated 9.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Polaris Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Downtown Denver Expeditionary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Denver, see our Denver schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| University Prep - Arapahoe St. Denver | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| RiseUp Community School Denver | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Polaris Elementary School Denver | 0.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Gilliam School Denver | 0.5 mi | — |
| Emily Griffith High School Denver | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Downtown Denver Expeditionary School Denver | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Whittier ECE-8 School Denver | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Cole Arts and Science Academy Denver | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| DSST: Cole Middle School Denver | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| DSST: Cole High School Denver | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Manual High School Denver | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| McAuliffe Manual Middle School Denver | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ANNUNCIATION Denver | 1.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Wyatt Academy Denver | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Morey Middle School Denver | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Denver School of Innovation and Sustainable Design Denver | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Garden Place Academy Denver | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Denver Center for 21st-Century Learning at Wyman Denver | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| French American School of Denver Denver | 1.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Compassion Road Academy Denver | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80205 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,770
Median Home Value
$627,600
Median Rent
$1,816/mo
Population
33,856
College Educated
61.3%
Homeownership
38%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
33.4
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| Coal Creek Canyon K-8 Elementary School Golden, CO | 8.1 |
| COMPOSITIVE PRIMARY Aurora, CO | 8.0 |
| ST THERESE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pueblo, CO | 7.8 |
| North Routt Community Charter School Clark, CO | 8.6 |
| ST JOHN NEUMANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Pueblo, CO | 7.7 |
| AL-MINHAAL ACADEMY COLORADO Aurora, CO | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Montessori Academy of Colorado
What grades does Montessori Academy of Colorado serve?
Montessori Academy of Colorado serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Montessori Academy of Colorado?
Montessori Academy of Colorado has an enrollment of approximately 75 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Montessori Academy of Colorado?
The student-teacher ratio at Montessori Academy of Colorado is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Montessori Academy of Colorado rank in CO?
Montessori Academy of Colorado ranks #3 of 188 private schools in CO.
What is Montessori Academy of Colorado's MySchoolScout rating?
Montessori Academy of Colorado has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Montessori Academy of Colorado a private school?
Yes, Montessori Academy of Colorado is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Montessori Academy of Colorado a religious school?
No, Montessori Academy of Colorado is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 75
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.2 hours
- Days Per Year
- 220 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Denver County
- Phone
- (303) 623-2609
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