First Lutheran School

2231 E Broadway Street Helena, MT 59601
www.firstlutheranhelena.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 54 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 6 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 54 students
  • Acceptance rate: 100%
  • Average class size: 6 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
54 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 17%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
6 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Contact school for tuition rates.
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Stacy Smith

School Notes

  • First Lutheran School and its certified staff provide a Christian education and are dedicated to equipping each student to attain the high standards scholastically, socially and spiritually. The curriculum of the school meets the requirements set forth in the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod`s curriculum guide, "Integrating the Faith".
  • The curriculum includes: Christ Centered Worldview, Chapel, Religion, Language Arts, Science, Music, Physical Education, Phonics/Reading, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Art.
  • School Motto: Sharing God’s Word with Everyone Everywhere!
  • First Lutheran Schoolhas acertified staff dedicated to equipping students to attainhigh standards scholastically, socially and spiritually. The school references the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod`s Concordia Curriculum Guide. The curriculum includes: Christ Centered Worldview, Chapel, Religion, Language Arts, Science, Music, Physical Education, Phonics/Reading, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Art.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of First Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of First Lutheran School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
When is the application deadline for First Lutheran School?
The application deadline for First Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Montana is $10,704 for elementary schools and $12,181 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Montana is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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