Telluride Elementary School serves 319 students in grades Prekindergarten-3. The student:teacher of Telluride Elementary School is 12:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked CO School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Telluride Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
Student Body
Total Students
319 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Telluride Elementary School's ranking?
Telluride Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Telluride Elementary School?
The application deadline for Telluride Elementary School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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