Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Rocky Mountain School (CRMS) offers an extraordinary college-preparatory education that blends rigorous academics with meaningful experiences in the outdoors, arts, and service. Founded on the belief that character grows through challenge and discovery, CRMS cultivates curiosity, resilience, and leadership in every student.
Through a dynamic curriculum that integrates classroom learning with real-world application, students develop the intellect, integrity, and confidence to thrive in college and beyond. The school’s signature programs—ranging from mountain sports and outdoors expeditions to community services programs and studio arts—encourage students to find purpose, take initiative, and engage deeply with their community and environment.
Set on a 350-acre historic campus along the Crystal River, CRMS attracts a diverse, adventurous student body from across the country and around the world who share a passion for learning, collaboration, and the outdoors. Graduates leave CRMS prepared not only for academic success, but for lives of meaning, courage, and contribution. This is a small school with big impact.
Unique Characteristics
Outdoor Expedition Curriculum + Interim Program