For the 2025-26 school year, there are 137 private schools serving 12,907 students in Montana (there are 840 public schools, serving 149,638 students). 8% of all K-12 students in Montana attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $10,630 for elementary schools and $12,105 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Montana include Primrose Montessori School, Bozeman Field School, and Blodgett View Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 85% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 17% and the student-teacher ratio is 11:1.
Top Ranked Montana Private Schools by County (2025-26)
Popular neighborhoods: West End (3 schools), Rose Park (3 schools), Central Terry (2 schools), Valley West (1 schools), River Road (1 schools).
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# Schools
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% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Montana?
The top-ranked private schools in Montana include Primrose Montessori School, Bozeman Field School, and Blodgett View Christian School.
How many private schools are located in Montana?
There are 137 private schools are located in Montana.
How much do private schools cost in Montana?
The average private school tuition in Montana is $10,630 for elementary schools and $12,105 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Montana?
Approximately 17% of students in Montana private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Montana go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in Montana attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Montana?
Which private schools in Montana are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Montana include: Mount Ellis Academy vs. Petra Academy, Hearts & Hands Montessori vs. Highland Montessori School, Montana Academy vs. Summit Preparatory School
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