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Best Montana Religiously Affiliated Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 81 religiously affiliated private schools serving 9,792 students in Montana (61% of all schools).
The average tuition cost is $6,543, which is lower than the Montana private school average tuition cost of $11,738.
The most common religiously affiliated schools are Catholic (26% of schools), Christian (21% of schools) and Seventh Day Adventist (16% of schools).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 81
  • # Students Served: 9,792

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 81
  • # Students Served: 9,792

Top Ranked Montana Private Schools by Religious Affiliation (2026)

Religious Affiliation
# Schools
# Students
% Minority
Amish
6
188
-
Assembly of God
1
89
23%
Baptist
4
219
7%
Calvinist
1
321
4%
Catholic
21
4,460
21%
Christian
17
2,747
7%
Church of Christ
1
4
-
Latter Day Saints
1
108
4%
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
8
820
5%
Mennonite
3
73
28%
Methodist
1
29
50%
Other
3
430
12%
Seventh Day Adventist
13
277
24%
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
1
27
-

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in Montana?
The top ranked religiously affiliated private schools in Montana include Blodgett View Christian School, Billings Christian School, and Billings Catholic Schools.
How many religiously affiliated private schools are located in Montana?
81 religiously affiliated private schools are located in Montana.
How much do religiously affiliated private schools cost in Montana?
The average tuition cost is $6,543, which is lower than the Montana private school average tuition cost of $11,738.

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