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Evening view of Mount Abrams at the head of the valley above Ouray.
Students on a Peak Experience trip
High school student traverses the Ouray Via Ferrata
High school students read with elementary students

Developing Minds to Match our Mountains

We are a unique PK-12 school located in beautiful Ouray, Colorado. We attract high quality staff and specialize in educating the whole learner. Come see what we have to offer!
Ouray students on the year's first Spirit Day.

Portrait of a Learner

The school developed key characteristics in all students to be prepared for a successful life outside of the public education system. We call these our Portrait of a Learner, which reflects the work of staff and their commitment to educate students from preschool through high school.
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Abram under the sunshine in winter.

Strategic Plan

Ouray School has strong community support and strives to be a school of excellence for all learners. The district's five-year Strategic Plan focuses on attracting and retaining high quality staff, developing the whole learner, providing diverse educational offerrings and experiences, developing strong family-school-community partnerships, and capital planning for staff housing and learning spaces for the future.
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Ouray students travel and study language and culture in Mexico.

Peak Experiences

Ouray School is committed to taking our students to the world and bringing the world to our students. We now offer our Peak Experiences program to students of all grade levels. We want students to seek diverse perspectives and engage in service to community and the world.
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News & Announcements

Creede Repertory Theatre Performance

Creede Repertory Theatre Performance!

The Creed Repertory Theatre is coming to perform for our K-4th grades in the APAC on September 11th at 9am. The Repertory Theatre has come to our school for many years and this year will perform ¡Dale, Dale, Dale! a bilingual musical in Spanish and English. We are very excited to have them visit.
logo for Exceptional Women of Ouray County

Ouray School nominates Klempner for Exceptional Women of Ouray County

Leah Klempner has been a transformative addition to the Ouray School team as the Athletics and Activities Director. She strengthened and expanded opportunities for students to get involved from elementary to high school. Please consider joining us for the reception on September 26, a fundraiser for local student scholarships.
Puffs performance logo

Fall Auditions for PUFFS 8/31

..Or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic. The fall production has been announced, and students are invited to audition starting August 31. Sign up on Mr. C's door and get involved!
Aspen College Fair

Save the Date: Western Slope College Fair Oct 4

On Sunday, October 4, 2026, the Colorado Western Slope College Fair in Aspen will connect students and families with 250+ colleges and 30+ career & tech programs, and offer 35+ skill-building workshops. It is a unique, high-impact, one-day opportunity for your school community. Ouray School plans to take a bus to support access to the fair, but students are required to register on the website.
Take the SAT on October 4

Ouray School to Host October SAT Test

Ouray School is a national SAT test site on October 3, 2026. This is an additional opportunity for Ouray students. Registration deadline is September 18, and the cost is $68. See the College Board website to register and find out more about fee waivers.
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Ouray and CDE banner of distinction

School of Distinction

The success of Ouray School and its students is a direct reflection of our incredible staff, the school's high expectations, and its safe, inclusive learning environment. Students consistently score well on interim, state, and national assessments, but the school also values the arts, student travel experiences, and student internships. Learn more about why Ouray School has been Accredited with Distinction in 2025.
Ouray School Success