Missoula International School
a full language immersion environment which research proves increases cognitive development, literacy, cultural understanding and self-confidence
inquiry based learning environment that inspires creativity and critical thinking as the flagship PYP International Baccalaureate (IB) World School in the Northwest
a 21st century education using a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) based teaching approach
Quick Stats (2021-22)
- Top Ranked MT School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 178 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,000
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
Top Rankings
Missoula International School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1995
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
178 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 22%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
15 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,000
% on Financial Aid
39%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$3,000
Admissions Director
Laura Bovard
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Sports
School Notes
- The Missoula International School (MIS), a nonprofit, independent preschool through eighth grade school founded in 1995, offers unique and challenging 21st century educational opportunities for students in the greater Missoula area. The school provides an inquiry based learning environment as the flagship Primary Years Program (PYP) International Baccalaureate (IB) World School in the Northwest and a full Spanish language immersion environment.
Profile last updated: 07/20/2021
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