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#83 of 188 private schools in CO
Top 44% of private schools
Telluride Mountain School
School
200 SAN MIGUEL RIVER DR, Telluride, CO 81435
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
108
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Colorado private schools
#83 of 188
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Telluride Mountain School
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About Telluride Mountain School
Telluride Mountain School is a private school in Telluride, CO. Telluride Mountain School serves approximately 108 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Telluride Mountain School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #83 of 188 private schools in CO.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- CO avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 108 students, Telluride 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 5.5:1 students to teachers, Telluride Mountain School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Telluride 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 Telluride Mountain School compares to the 4 public schools in Telluride, CO
Student Demographics
All Schools in Telluride
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Telluride Mountain School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Telluride High School | 8.8 |
| Telluride Middle School | 6.9 |
| Telluride Intermediate School | 7.7 |
| Telluride Elementary School | 8.0 |
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
200 SAN MIGUEL RIVER DR, Telluride, CO 81435
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Telluride Mountain School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Ridgway Middle School (rated 8.9/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Ridgway), which scores notably higher. Another option is Telluride High School (rated 8.8/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridgway Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Ridgway), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Telluride, see our Telluride schools guide .
Nearby Schools
16 within 34.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Telluride High School Telluride | 3.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Telluride Middle School Telluride | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Telluride Intermediate School Telluride | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Telluride Elementary School Telluride | 3.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Ouray Elementary School Ouray | 12.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Ouray Senior High School Ouray | 12.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Ouray Middle School Ouray | 12.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Ridgway Elementary School Ridgway | 15.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Ridgway High School Ridgway | 16.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Ridgway Middle School Ridgway | 16.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Silverton Elementary School Silverton | 14.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Silverton High School Silverton | 14.9 mi | — |
| Silverton Middle School Silverton | 14.9 mi | — |
| Norwood Public Schools Norwood | 26.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Cottonwood Elementary School Montrose | 34.4 mi | 6.7 |
| COLORADO TIMBERLINE ACADEMY Durango | 34.6 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 81435 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,777
Median Home Value
$706,100
Median Rent
$1,137/mo
Population
5,626
College Educated
72.1%
Homeownership
59.4%
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
40.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| LIFE ACADEMY Grand Junction, CO | 6.6 |
| TWELVE STONES CLASSICAL SCHOOL Colorado Springs, CO | 6.6 |
| FRONT RANGE BAPTIST ACADEMY Fort Collins, CO | 6.5 |
| Hi-Plains School District R-23 Seibert, CO | 6.5 |
| NORTHERN COLORADO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Eaton, CO | 6.5 |
| Sobesky Academy Lakewood, CO | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Telluride Mountain School
What grades does Telluride Mountain School serve?
Telluride Mountain School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Telluride Mountain School?
Telluride Mountain School has an enrollment of approximately 108 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Telluride Mountain School?
The student-teacher ratio at Telluride Mountain School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Telluride Mountain School rank in CO?
Telluride Mountain School ranks #83 of 188 private schools in CO.
What is Telluride Mountain School's MySchoolScout rating?
Telluride Mountain School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Telluride Mountain School a private school?
Yes, Telluride 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 Telluride Mountain School a religious school?
No, Telluride Mountain School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 108
- Gender Split
- 51% M / 49% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- San Miguel County
- Phone
- (970) 728-1969
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