Intermountain

500 South Lamborn Helena, MT 59601
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked MT School
  • Grades: 4-8
  • Enrollment: 16 students
  • Acceptance rate: 20%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Top Ranked MT School
  • Grades: 4-8
  • Enrollment: 16 students
  • Acceptance rate: 20%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Rankings

Intermountain ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Montana for:

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Attribute
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Yes
Year Founded
1909
Summer School Offered
Yes
Campus Size
40 acres

Student Body

Total Students
16 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
61%
State avg.: 17%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
25%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
The tuition rate is per day
Acceptance Rate
20%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Jill Richards
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

School Notes

  • Nestled in the Montana Rocky Mountain foothills, Intermountain is a residential treatment center providing an array of services to 32 boys and girls, ages 5-13, struggling with emotional, psychological, behavioral and learning challenges. The educational program is administered by the Director who holds a Masters in Special Education and a K-12 Principal certification. Individualized plans are tailored to the unique learning styles and abilities of each student. Each classroom is staffed by a certified special education teacher, and two mental health specialists. Class size is 10-12 students. Students attend classes 6 hours/day, 210 school days per year. SMART boards, I-pads, and computers are integrated into the classrooms. Related services and activities include Speech and Language, Occupational Therapy, neurofeedback, PE, Bal-A-Vis-X, music, art, and social skills.
  • School Motto: Healing through healthy relationships.
  • In addition to a completed application, each student must be accepted educationally, clinically and medically. Any psychological or academic testing shouId be included with the appliction as well as immunizations and any medical problems. IQ below 80 is not a good candidate for our school.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Intermountain?
The acceptance rate of Intermountain is 20%, which is lower than the national average of 87%. Intermountain's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Montana with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Intermountain offer?
Intermountain offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Softball.
What is Intermountain's ranking?
Intermountain ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Montana for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Intermountain?
The application deadline for Intermountain 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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