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Fountain Valley School of Colorado Photo - Fountain Valley School's riding program caters to all riders from competitive and experienced to never-ridden and the facilities for both horse and rider are first rate. Students can ride five days a week, English or Western, and compete in the IEA. Bring your horse to school with you or ride one of FVS's horses!

Best Colorado ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 595 students located throughout Colorado.

Top Colorado ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
500 Holden Way
Carbondale, CO 81623
(970) 963-2562
Gr: 9-12 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 60% Tuition listed
Colorado Timberline Academy
Colorado Timberline Academy Photo - Fall Trip in the Slot Canyons
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454 Academy Drive
Durango, CO 81301
(970) 247-5898
Gr: 9-12, PG | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Avg. class size: 6 students Acceptance rate: 90% Tuition listed
6155 Fountain Valley School Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80911
(719) 391-5251
Gr: 9-12 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 70% Tuition listed
Steamboat Mountain School
Steamboat Mountain School Photo - Students travel to southeastern Utah to develop their skills on a more extended and extensive trip. Students backpack, kayak, canyoneer, rock climb, canoe, and mountain bike as they learn about the geology, leadership, and survival skills.
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42605 RCR 36
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
(970) 879-1350
Gr: 9-12, PG | K-12, PG (day) | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

How many boarding schools are located in Colorado?
There are 4 college-preparatory boarding schools located in Colorado.
What is the average tuition cost of boarding school in Colorado?
The average Colorado boarding school tuition cost is $65,950 per year.
What is the oldest boarding school in Colorado?
Fountain Valley School of Colorado, founded in 1930, is the oldest boarding school in Colorado.
What boarding school in Colorado has the lowest acceptance rates?
Colorado Rocky Mountain School has the lowest boarding school acceptance rate (60%) in Colorado.
What boarding school in Colorado has the highest average SAT scores?
Fountain Valley School of Colorado has the highest average SAT scores (1280) in Colorado.

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