For the 2026 school year, there is 1 alternative public preschool serving 310 students in Colorado.
The top-ranked alternative public preschool in Colorado is Dual Immersion Academy School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Colorado alternative public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Colorado public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 43% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best Alternative Public Preschools in Colorado (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dual Immersion Academy School
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
552 A West Main Street
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-6070
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 254-6070
Gr: PK-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked alternative public preschools in Colorado?
The top-ranked alternative public preschools in Colorado include Dual Immersion Academy School.
How many alternative public preschools are located in Colorado?
1 alternative public preschools are located in Colorado.
What is the racial composition of students in Colorado?
Colorado alternative public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Colorado public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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