The mission of Trinity Lutheran Classical School, Preschool - 8th, Miles City, Montana, is to provide Christ-centered instruction through a classical curriculum that is challenging, academic, and Bible-based in a caring and nurturing environment. Our Preschool was established on October 3, 1988. Our K-8th was established 20 years later, on August 26, 2008.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Yearly Tuition: $3,600
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Trinity Lutheran Classical School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
71 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 17%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
33%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
K-8 wear school uniforms
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Separate rates for various preschool classes+
Application URL
School Notes
- K-8th students learn Latin.
- If you are interested in finding out more about our school or registering at TLCS, please contact the school by phone 406-234-4983 or by email at [email protected]. Thank you.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Trinity Lutheran Classical School cost?
Trinity Lutheran Classical School's tuition is approximately $3,600 for private students.
When is the application deadline for Trinity Lutheran Classical School?
The application deadline for Trinity Lutheran Classical School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Trinity Lutheran Classical School is St. Labre High School (59.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Sacred Heart Elementary School (0.4 miles away)
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School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Sacred Heart Elementary School
(Catholic)
519 N Center Ave
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-3850
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-3850
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 145 students
Cottonwood School
(Amish)
41 Amish Ln
Forsyth, MT 59327
(406) 784-2965
Forsyth, MT 59327
(406) 784-2965
41.1 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 20 students
St. Labre High School
(Catholic)
Mission Rd
Ashland, MT 59003
(406) 784-4561
Ashland, MT 59003
(406) 784-4561
59.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 208 students
Valley View Sda School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
264 Highway 200 S
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 687-3472
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 687-3472
68.6 miles
Gr: 1-7 | 9 students
Big Horn Valley Christian School
(Mennonite)
1237 W 1st St
Hardin, MT 59034
(406) 665-4075
Hardin, MT 59034
(406) 665-4075
97.4 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 14 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
St. Labre High School
(Catholic)
Mission Rd
Ashland, MT 59003
(406) 784-4561
Ashland, MT 59003
(406) 784-4561
59.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 208 students
Liberty Christian School
(Baptist)
502 S Central Ave
Sidney, MT 59270
(406) 433-3706
Sidney, MT 59270
(406) 433-3706
120 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 30 students Tuition listed
Whispering Pines School
(Amish)
180 Bender Rd
Roundup, MT 59072
(406) 323-8098
Roundup, MT 59072
(406) 323-8098
125.3 miles
Gr: K-9 | 43 students
Billings Catholic Schools ![Billings Catholic Schools Photo]( "Billings Catholic Schools Photo")
(Catholic)
3 Broadwater Ave
Billings, MT 59101
(406) 867-8043
Billings, MT 59101
(406) 867-8043
135.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,116 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
New Day School
Alternative School
Po Box 30282
Billings, MT 59107
(406) 254-2340
Billings, MT 59107
(406) 254-2340
137.6 miles
Gr: 5-12 | 51 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Sacred Heart Elementary School
(Catholic)
519 N Center Ave
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-3850
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-3850
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 145 students
Cottonwood School
(Amish)
41 Amish Ln
Forsyth, MT 59327
(406) 784-2965
Forsyth, MT 59327
(406) 784-2965
41.1 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 20 students
Valley View Sda School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
264 Highway 200 S
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 687-3472
Glendive, MT 59330
(406) 687-3472
68.6 miles
Gr: 1-7 | 9 students
Big Horn Valley Christian School
(Mennonite)
1237 W 1st St
Hardin, MT 59034
(406) 665-4075
Hardin, MT 59034
(406) 665-4075
97.4 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 14 students
Pretty Eagle Catholic School
(Catholic)
212 Mission Loop
Saint Xavier, MT 59075
(406) 666-2215
Saint Xavier, MT 59075
(406) 666-2215
111.5 miles
Gr: K-8 | 152 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Sacred Heart Elementary School
(Catholic)
519 N Center Ave
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-3850
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-3850
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 145 students
Pretty Eagle Cthlc School
(Catholic)
Po Box 310
Saint Xavier, MT 59075
(406) 679-0019
Saint Xavier, MT 59075
(406) 679-0019
111.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 136 students
Holy Name Catholic School
Special Program Emphasis (Catholic)
121 S Connor St
Sheridan, WY 82801
(307) 672-2021
Sheridan, WY 82801
(307) 672-2021
123.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 69 students Avg. class size: 8 students
Billings Catholic Schools ![Billings Catholic Schools Photo]( "Billings Catholic Schools Photo")
(Catholic)
3 Broadwater Ave
Billings, MT 59101
(406) 867-8043
Billings, MT 59101
(406) 867-8043
135.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 1,116 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 13 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sunrise Montessori School
Montessori School
805 Alderson Ave
Billings, MT 59101
(406) 702-1122
Billings, MT 59101
(406) 702-1122
136.1 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 94 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Custer Co District High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
20 South Center Ave
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-4920
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-4920
0.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 487 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Lincoln School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
210 South Lake Ave
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-1697
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-1697
0.1 miles
Gr: 3-5 | 166 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
106 North Strevell Ave
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-2888
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-2888
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 98 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Washington Middle School 6-8
(Math: 27% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
210 North 9th
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-2084
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-2084
0.4 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 326 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
716 South Cale
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-3890
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-3890
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 126 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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