Vail Christian High School in Edwards, CO, serves 158 students in grades 9–12 within a rural community setting.
Founded in 2005, the school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 9:1 with 18 full–time teachers.
The school offers 14 Advanced Placement courses as part of its academic program.
Vail Christian High School is affiliated with the Christian religion and is a member of the Institute for Independent Education.
The campus spans 50 acres and the student body includes approximately 12% students of color.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Vail Christian High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
Student Body
Total Students
158 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
12%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
14 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Endowment Size
$50 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Truth and Honor
- School Mascot: Saints
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Vail Christian High School?
The application deadline for Vail Christian High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 91s
The nearest high school to Vail Christian High School is Vail Mountain School (16.7 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Clare Of Assisi School (0.1 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Mountain Montessori (6.2 miles away)
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St. Clare Of Assisi School ![St. Clare Of Assisi School Photo]( "St. Clare Of Assisi School Photo")
(Catholic)
31622 US Highway 6
Edwards, CO 81632
(970) 926-8980
Edwards, CO 81632
(970) 926-8980
0.1 miles
Gr: K-8 | 95 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Vail Christian Academy ![Vail Christian Academy Photo]( "Vail Christian Academy Photo")
(Christian)
31725 Highway 6
Edwards, CO 81632
(970) 306-0076
Edwards, CO 81632
(970) 306-0076
0.2 miles
Gr: K-8 | 107 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Mountain Montessori
Montessori School
77 Metcalf Rd
Avon, CO 81620
(970) 390-3941
Avon, CO 81620
(970) 390-3941
6.2 miles
Gr: NS-K | 40 students Tuition listed
Zealous Schools
Alternative School
Po Box 4210
Eagle, CO 81631
(307) 828-1631
Eagle, CO 81631
(307) 828-1631
10.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 24 students
3000 Booth Falls Road
Vail, CO 81657
(970) 476-3850
Vail, CO 81657
(970) 476-3850
16.7 miles
Gr: K-12 | 418 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 11 Tuition listed
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