At a Glance
About The Colorado Springs School
The Colorado Springs School is a college-preparatory, day, and international school serving students from preschool through high school. CSS programs blend tradition and innovation throughout the educational program to provide students the premium education experience in Southern Colorado. Through superior academics and mentoring, The Colorado Springs School prepares students to think independently and to meet the needs of a dynamic world with leadership, ingenuity, problem-solving skills, and personal integrity.
Our Mission, Digital Portfolio, & Portrait of a Graduate
Accreditation
The Colorado Springs School is accredited by the Association of Colorado Independent Schools and is a member in good standing of the National Association for Independent Schools.
Grades: PreK - 12
| Upper School (High School) | Grades 9-12 |
| Middle School | Grades 6-8 |
| Children’s School (preschool - Elementary) | PreK (Age 3) - Grade 5 |
| Number of Students | 300 |
| Number of zip codes represented | 35 |
| Number of international students | 10-12% |
Maximum Class Size
| Grades 1 - 12 | 18 students |
| Kindergarten | 16 students |
| PreKindergarten | 8 students |
Based on per teacher ratios at full enrollment.
Faculty/Staff
| Head of School | Tambi Tyler |
| Total Faculty/Staff (Full-Time Equivalents) | 63 |
| Years of Teaching Experience at CSS | 588 years |
Test Scores
CSS graduates are prepared to succeed in college and in life. While our teachers do not “teach to the test,” we do administer the ACT Aspire for grades 3-12, in addition to the PSAT, ACT, and SAT for our Upper School students. Students perform very well on their college admission tests and 100% matriculate to colleges throughout the nation and the world.
Class of 2020
| SAT | 1298 |
| ACT | 28 |
| AP score of 3+ (typically earns college credit) | 83% |