St. Francis Catholic School serves 481 students in grades Kindergarten-8, is a member of the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA).
The student:teacher of St. Francis Catholic School is 11:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked MT School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Yearly Tuition: $11,510
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. Francis Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Montana for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Year Founded
1947
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
Student Body
Total Students
481 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 17%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
20 students
Number of AP Courses
20 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,510
Application URL
Endowment Size
$8 million
School Notes
- School Motto: Faith, Family, Spirit, Academic Excellence
- School Mascot: Rams
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Jessica Smith, 2010, Olympic Champion -
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Francis Catholic School cost?
St. Francis Catholic School's tuition is approximately $11,510 for private students.
What schools are St. Francis Catholic School often compared to?
St. Francis Catholic School is often viewed alongside schools like Billings Christian School by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from St. Francis Catholic School?
St. Francis Catholic School famous alumni include: Jessica Smith, 2010, Olympic Champion.
What is St. Francis Catholic School's ranking?
St. Francis Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Montana for: Largest student body and Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for St. Francis Catholic School?
The application deadline for St. Francis Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is St. Francis Catholic School located?
St. Francis Catholic School is located in the Central Terry neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 1 other private schools located in Central Terry.
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The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to St. Francis Catholic School is Billings Catholic Schools (0.6 miles away)
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Grades: PK-12 | 400 students 4.9 miles 4519 Grand Ave
Billings, MT 59106
(406) 656-9484
Billings, MT 59106
(406) 656-9484
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