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Independent Grades PK–12

Thornton Day School Tuition 2026

Annual tuition: $16,000/year30% above national avg . Located in Thornton, Colorado.

$16,000
Annual Tuition
$1,333
Per Month
860
Enrolled Students
$266,030
K–12 Total Est.

How Thornton Day School Compares

Thornton Day School $16,000/yr
Colorado Average $12,450/yr
National Average $12,350/yr

Thornton Day School tuition is 29% above Colorado avg.

Tuition by Grade Level

Elementary (K–5)
Estimated — lower grades typically 15–20% below school average.
$13,600/yr
Middle School (6–8)
Near the school average.
$16,000/yr
High School (9–12)
Estimated — upper grades typically 15–20% above school average.
$19,200/yr

K–12 Total Cost Projection

At $16,000/year with 4% annual tuition increases, sending one child through K–12 at Thornton Day School would cost approximately:

$266,030

Estimate assumes 13 years (K–12) at 4% annual increase. Actual costs vary — contact the school for current rates. Use our calculator for your state's average →

School Information

Location
Thornton, CO
Affiliation
Independent
Grades Offered
PK–12
Enrollment
860 students
School Type
Independent
Data Source
NCES PSS 2021–22

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Thornton Day School tuition cost?

Thornton Day School charges $16,000/year in 2026 — 30% above the national average of $12,350/year national average. Located in Thornton, Colorado. Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey.

What is the total cost of attending Thornton Day School from K–12?

At the current tuition of $16,000/year with 4% annual increases, the projected K–12 total for Thornton Day School is approximately $266,030. This estimate assumes tuition increases at the historical 3–5% annual rate for private schools.

How does Thornton Day School tuition compare to other Colorado private schools?

Thornton Day School's tuition of $16,000/year is $3,550 above the Colorado private school average of $12,450/year. This puts it near the middle of the Colorado private school cost range.

Does Thornton Day School offer financial aid?

Most private schools, including independent private schools, offer need-based financial aid. Nationally, about 27% of private school students receive aid averaging 48% of tuition. Contact Thornton Day School's admissions office directly for current aid availability and application requirements.

Tuition data sourced from the NCES Private School Universe Survey 2021–22. Figures represent reported or estimated annual tuition. Actual costs may vary — contact the school directly for current tuition, fees, and financial aid information. Data last updated March 2026.