Very Good
#39 of 188 private schools in CO
Top 20% of private schools
Steamboat Mountain School
School
818 OAK ST, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
158
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Colorado private schools
#39 of 188
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About Steamboat Mountain School
Steamboat Mountain School is a private school in Steamboat Springs, CO. Steamboat Mountain School serves approximately 158 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Steamboat Mountain School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 188 private schools in CO.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- CO avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 158 students, Steamboat Mountain 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 6.6:1 students to teachers, Steamboat Mountain School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Steamboat Mountain 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
BetaHow Steamboat Mountain School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Steamboat Springs, CO
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Steamboat Mountain School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Yampa Valley High School | 6.9 |
| Soda Creek Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Steamboat Springs High School | 8.2 |
| Steamboat Springs Middle School | 9.1 |
| Strawberry Park Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Sleeping Giant School | 9.4 |
| Steamboat Montessori | 8.8 |
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.
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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
818 OAK ST, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Steamboat Mountain School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Sleeping Giant School (rated 9.4/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Soda Creek Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Steamboat Springs Middle School (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Steamboat Springs, see our Steamboat Springs schools guide .
Nearby Schools
18 within 38.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Yampa Valley High School Steamboat Springs | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Soda Creek Elementary School Steamboat Springs | 0.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Steamboat Springs High School Steamboat Springs | 0.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Steamboat Springs Middle School Steamboat Springs | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Strawberry Park Elementary School Steamboat Springs | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Sleeping Giant School Steamboat Springs | 3.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Steamboat Montessori Steamboat Springs | 4.1 mi | 8.8 |
| North Routt Community Charter School Clark | 16.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Soroco Middle School Oak Creek | 16.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Soroco High School Oak Creek | 16.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Soroco Preschool at Yampa Oak Creek | 23.2 mi | — |
| South Routt Elementary School Yampa | 23.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Hayden Middle School Hayden | 22.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Hayden High School Hayden | 22.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Hayden Valley Elementary School Hayden | 22.6 mi | 4.3 |
| West Grand Elementary and Middle School Kremmling | 37.7 mi | 5.1 |
| MOUNTAIN VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kremmling | 37.9 mi | — |
| West Grand High School Kremmling | 38.0 mi | 6.8 |
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Creede School Creede, CO | 7.3 |
| Flagler Public School Flagler, CO | 7.4 |
| DENVER ACADEMY OF TORAH Denver, CO | 7.1 |
| Mountain Valley School Saguache, CO | 7.5 |
| North Park School Walden, CO | 7.1 |
| Moffat Prek-12 School Moffat, CO | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Steamboat Mountain School
What grades does Steamboat Mountain School serve?
Steamboat Mountain School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Steamboat Mountain School?
Steamboat Mountain School has an enrollment of approximately 158 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Steamboat Mountain School?
The student-teacher ratio at Steamboat Mountain School is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Steamboat Mountain School rank in CO?
Steamboat Mountain School ranks #39 of 188 private schools in CO.
What is Steamboat Mountain School's MySchoolScout rating?
Steamboat Mountain School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Steamboat Mountain School a private school?
Yes, Steamboat Mountain School 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 Steamboat Mountain School a religious school?
No, Steamboat Mountain School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 158
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 9 hours
- Days Per Year
- 164 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Routt County
- Phone
- (970) 879-1350
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