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59801 Montana Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 private schools serving 1,090 students in 59801, MT (there are 19 public schools, serving 9,252 public students). 11% of all K-12 students in 59801, MT are educated in private schools (compared to the MT state average of 8%).
The top ranked private schools in 59801, MT include Loyola Sacred Heart High School, Missoula International School, and St. Joseph School.
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the Montana private school average acceptance rate of 88%.
38% of private schools in 59801, MT are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8
  • # Students Served: 1,090
  • Average Tuition: $10,689
  • Average Class Size: 13 students
  • % Students of Color: 11%
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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 8
  • # Students Served: 1,090
  • Average Tuition: $10,689
  • Average Class Size: 13 students
  • % Students of Color: 11%
  • View 59801 Montana School Trends

Top Ranked 59801 Montana Private Schools (2026-27)

Map of Loyola Sacred Heart High School
Loyola Sacred Heart High School
Gr: 9-12 | 181 students
Catholic
320 Edith St
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 549-6101
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Missoula International School
Gr: PK-8 | 199 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 7
Specialized Curriculum
808 South Third Street West
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-9924
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Map of St. Joseph School
St. Joseph School
Gr: PK-8 | 304 students
Catholic
503 Edith St
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 549-1290
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Map of Aspire High School
Aspire High School
Gr: 9-12 | 28 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
1905 W. Sussex Ave
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 493-6886
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Map of Brightways Global Academy
Brightways Global Academy
Gr: K-12 | 133 students
3700 S Russell St
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-3334
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Map of Christian Assembly Foursquare Academy
Christian Assembly Foursquare Academy
Gr: K-12 | 49 students
1001 Cleveland Street
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 721-6884
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Missoula Community School
Gr: NS-PK | 72 students
Specialized Curriculum
239 S 5th St W
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-2833
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Sussex School Photo
Sussex School
Gr: K-8 | 124 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 7 | Extracurriculars: 6
Alternative School
1800 S 2nd St W
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 549-8327
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 59801, MT?
The top ranked private schools in 59801, MT include Loyola Sacred Heart High School, Missoula International School, and St. Joseph School.
How many private schools are located in 59801?
8 private schools are located in 59801.
How diverse are private schools in 59801?
59801 private schools are approximately 11% minority students, which is lower than the Montana private school average of 17%.
What percentage of students in 59801 go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in 59801 are educated in private schools (compared to the MT state average of 8%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 59801?
38% of private schools in 59801 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Other).

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