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Best Montana Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) serving 543 students in Montana. You can also find more schools membership associations in Montana.
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Montana include Bozeman Field School, Kid Kare, and Missoula International School.
The average acceptance rate is 68%, which is lower than the Montana private school average acceptance rate of 87%.
20% of private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Montana are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 5

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 5

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Montana (2026)

Bozeman Field School Photo
Bozeman Field School
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students
Avg. class size: 7 students
2090 Stadium Dr
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 577-2492
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Map of Kid Kare
Kid Kare
Gr: PK-K | 236 students
Daycare / Preschool
75 Claremont St
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 756-9539
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Missoula International School Photo
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 De La Salle Blackfeet School
De La Salle Blackfeet School
Gr: 4-8 | 71 students
Sports: 5
Catholic
104 1st St Nw
Browning, MT 59417
(406) 338-5290
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Montana Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Alternative School
9705 Lost Prairie Rd
Marion, MT 59925
(406) 858-2339
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Montana?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Montana include Bozeman Field School, Kid Kare, and Missoula International School.
How many private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are located in Montana?
5 private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are located in Montana.
How diverse are private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Montana?
Montana private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are approximately 61% minority students, which is higher than the Montana private school average of 17%.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) are religiously affiliated in Montana?
20% of private schools belonging to National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) in Montana are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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Private Schools
543
Students
$15,435
Avg. Tuition
61%
Students of Color
4:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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