St. Charles Mission School is nestled at the foot of the beautiful Pryor Mountains just south of Billings, Montana on the Crow Indian Reservation.
Our school serves around 120 students in grades preschool through 8th.
All of our students are Native American; 98% are members of the Crow tribe.
Our focus this year has been to ensure that our students are reading and comprehending at or above grade level.
Our teachers have been trained in "best practices" in reading and work to implement these practices into all curricular areas.
We are looking forward to many exciting events during the year.
If you are able to attend any of these special days, the staff and students of St.
Charles would love to have you visit for the day.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked MT School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Charles Mission School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Montana for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1887
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
107 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 17%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Academic Excellence, No excuses
- St. Charles Mission School is nestled at the foot of the beautiful Pryor Mountains just south of Billings, Montana on the Crow Indian Reservation. Our school serves around 120 students in grades preschool through 8th. All of our students are Native American; 98% are members of the Crow tribe. Our focus this year has been to ensure that our students are reading and comprehending at or above grade level. Our teachers have been trained in "best practices" in reading and work to implement these practices into all curricular areas. We are looking forward to many exciting events during the year. If you are able to attend any of these special days, the staff and students of St. Charles would love to have you visit for the day.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are St. Charles Mission School often compared to?
St. Charles Mission School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Labre High School by visitors of our site.
What is St. Charles Mission School's ranking?
St. Charles Mission School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Montana for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. Charles Mission School?
The application deadline for St. Charles Mission School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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