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Montana Private Daycares & Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 63 private daycares & preschools serving 8,841 students in Montana.

The private daycares & preschools in Montana include Missoula International School, St. Jude Thaddeus School, and Foothills Community Christian High School.

The average tuition cost is $6,873, which is lower than the Montana average tuition cost of $8,021.

62% of private daycares & preschools in Montana are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 63
# Students Served: 8,841

Quick Facts (26-27)

# Private Schools: 63
# Students Served: 8,841

Montana Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

Private Schools

8,841

Students

$6,873

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

15%

Students of Color

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in Montana?

The private daycares & preschools in Montana include Missoula International School, St. Jude Thaddeus School, and Foothills Community Christian High School.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in Montana?

63 private daycares & preschools are located in Montana.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in Montana?

The average tuition cost is $6,873, which is lower than the Montana private school average tuition cost of $8,021.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in Montana?

Montana private daycares & preschools are approximately 15% minority students, which is lower than the Montana private school average of 17%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in Montana?

62% of private daycares & preschools in Montana are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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