For the 2023-24 school year, there are 127 private schools serving 11,110 students in Montana (there are 833 public schools, serving 149,290 students). 7% of all K-12 students in Montana are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $8,204 for elementary schools and $8,965 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Montana include Cottonwood Day School, St. Jude Thaddeus School and Blodgett View Christian School.
The average acceptance rate is 86% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 20% and the student:teacher ratio is 10:1.
Top Ranked Montana Private Schools by County (2023-24)
County
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Montana?
The best top ranked private schools in Montana include Cottonwood Day School, St. Jude Thaddeus School and Blodgett View Christian School.
How many private schools are located in Montana?
127 private schools are located in Montana.
How much do private schools cost in Montana?
The average private school tuition in Montana is $8,204 for elementary schools and $8,965 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Montana?
Montana private schools are approximately 20% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Montana go to private school?
7% of all K-12 students in Montana are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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