School Overview
Data & methodologyOverall
B+
Matriculation
B+
Academics
B+
Extracurriculars
B+
Community
B-
Reviews
B
Intentionally sized at 180 students, relationships are at the core of the CRMS experience. The curriculum is a perfect blend of traditional college-prep academics infused with project-based learning and teaching excellence -- your teachers will know you, engage you, and inspire you to think in ways you haven’t before. Learning at CRMS also means experiencing outdoor adventure through trips (four trips per year), mountain sports (climbing, skiing, biking and kayaking) and service learning programs (domestic and international). Students at CRMS learn by doing and creativity is celebrated throughout the program including an unrivaled art offerings (blacksmithing, glassblowing, silversmithing, ceramics, and graphic design) and a school-wide passion for music production and performance.
If you are ready to explore a small school, in an unrivaled mountain setting, offering college-prep academics, in partnership with a powerful outdoor and service learning program; where relationships are the foundation for growth -- please visit crms.org to learn more.
If you are ready to explore a small school, in an unrivaled mountain setting, offering college-prep academics, in partnership with a powerful outdoor and service learning program; where relationships are the foundation for growth -- please visit crms.org to learn more.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$77,500
Enrollment
177
International Students
15%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
35%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:5
Endowment
$30 million
AP
5
Average SAT Score
1354
Average ACT Score
28
Class Size
13
Boarding %
60
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2022-2024)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #1 | Princeton University | 1 + |
| Art #3 | Rhode Island School of Design | 1 + |
| #5 | Yale University | 1 + |
| LAC #1 | Williams College | 1 + |
| Bond University | 1 + | |
| #14 | Brown University | 1 + |
| LAC #4 | Pomona College | 1 + |
| #21 | Emory University | 1 + |
| #22 | University of California: Berkeley | 1 + |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2019-2020)Number of students who took AP tests
48
Number of tests taken
82
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
(5)|
Environmental Science
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Physics C: Mechanics
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Calculus AB
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United States History
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English Language and Composition
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Sports
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Canoeing
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Climbing
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Cross Country
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Kayaking
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Mountain Biking
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Riding
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Canoeing
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Climbing
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Cross Country
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Kayaking
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Mountain Biking
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Riding
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Running
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Soccer
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Yoga
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Community Service Club
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Diversity Club
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International Club
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Peer Tutoring
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Recycling
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Student Government
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Community Service Club
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Diversity Club
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International Club
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Blacksmithing
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Drama Production
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Yearbook
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Frisbee
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Golf
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Arts
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Drama
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Music
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Animation
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Ceramics
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Painting
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Photography
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Drama
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Music
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Colorado Rocky Mountain School
Tell me a bit about Colorado Rocky Mountain School.
Colorado Rocky Mountain School is Co-ed private boarding school located in Colorado, US. It was founded 1953 , and currently has about 177 students, 15.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.crms.org.
For more official information, please visit http://www.crms.org.
Does Colorado Rocky Mountain School have rigorous academic requirements?
Colorado Rocky Mountain School is offering 5 AP courses.
In recent years, 31 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Colorado Rocky Mountain School also have 35% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
In recent years, 31 of their students score 4 and 5 in AP exams.
Colorado Rocky Mountain School also have 35% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Colorado Rocky Mountain School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 0% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 0% go to top 25, and about 0% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Colorado Rocky Mountain School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Colorado Rocky Mountain School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Colorado Rocky Mountain School?
The total fee for Colorado Rocky Mountain School in 2024 is
$77,500 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at mdorais@crms.org .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at mdorais@crms.org .
Where is Colorado Rocky Mountain School located?
Colorado Rocky Mountain School is located in the State of Colorado of USA.
How popular is Colorado Rocky Mountain School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Colorado Rocky Mountain School is among the most popular schools, within top 302 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Colorado Rocky Mountain School has been favorited by 60 users.
Also Colorado Rocky Mountain School has been favorited by 60 users.
How do I complete an application for Colorado Rocky Mountain School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Colorado Rocky Mountain School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Colorado Rocky Mountain School’s official site: http://www.crms.org or call them at 970-963-2562.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Colorado Rocky Mountain School’s official site: http://www.crms.org or call them at 970-963-2562.
What is the FindingSchool rating for Colorado Rocky Mountain School?
The overall rating for Colorado Rocky Mountain School is B+.
The section ratings of Colorado Rocky Mountain School are:
B+ for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
B- for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Colorado Rocky Mountain School are:
B+ for Matriculation
B+ for Academics
B+ for Extracurriculum
B- for Community
B for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Denver, the capital of Colorado, is a vibrant city blending modern culture with Old West heritage. Known for its historic Larimer Square and iconic 19th-century architecture, Denver offers a rich arts scene with institutions like the Denver Art Museum, celebrated for its indigenous collections. The city is also a gateway to outdoor adventures, with nearby ski resorts in the Rocky Mountains. Denver’s diverse neighborhoods, craft breweries, and cultural landmarks make it a dynamic hub for both residents and visitors.
Population (2022)
598,707
Cost of Living
Higher than average 12%
Nearby Airport
Denver International Airport
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