The Peak School vs. Vail Mountain School
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School Overview
School
Top Rankings
The Peak School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:
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Advanced Degrees
Vail Mountain School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:
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Student Body
Sports offered
School History
Overview
The Peak School is a progressive, coeducational college preparatory middle and high school nestled in high peaks of Summit County, Colorado.
Students at The Peak School encounter challenging academics, character-building in and out of the classroom, and a healthy, intentional community culture that supports them along the way.
Our Mission: Develop Character, Seek Knowledge, and Build Community..
Grades Offered
6-12
K-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Yes
Year Founded
2012
1962
Students Body
Total Students
93 students
418 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
30%
12%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Kindergarten Students
-
20
Grade 1 Students
-
27
Grade 2 Students
-
30
Grade 3 Students
-
31
Grade 4 Students
-
23
Grade 5 Students
-
32
Grade 6 Students
19
35
Grade 7 Students
13
31
Grade 8 Students
16
40
Grade 9 Students
16
36
Grade 10 Students
12
32
Grade 11 Students
8
39
Grade 12 Students
9
42
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
63 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
90%
n/a
Average Class Size
10
15
Number of AP Classes
n/a
12
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:6
1:7
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$18,895
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Tuition Notes
Financial Aid Available
Tuition varies according to grade. Please visit school website for details.
% on Financial Aid
n/a
26%
Admissions Director
Jessie Hoehn
Jeremy Thelen & Jen Bill
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3
11