About the School
- St. Francis Upper School in Billings, MT serves 192 udents in grades 7 through 9 within a city community setting.
- The co–educational school operates under Catholic affiliation and holds membership in the National Catholic Educational Association.
- The udent–teacher ratio of 16:1, supported by 12 total teachers for its regular secondary program.
- Approximately 5% of the udent body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity in the school population.
- The school is one of several Catholic and private educational options in Billings offering middle school through early high school grades.
Student Body
Total Students
192 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 17%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for St. Francis Upper School?
The application deadline for St. Francis Upper School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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