For the 2025 school year, there are 138 private schools serving 12,172 students in Montana (there are 843 public schools, serving 149,705 students). 8% of all K-12 students in Montana attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $8,123 for elementary schools and $9,185 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Montana include Billings Central Catholic High School, Foothills Community Christian High School, and Intermountain.
The average acceptance rate is 86% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 18% and the student:teacher ratio is 11:1.
Top Ranked Montana Private Schools by County (2025)
Popular neighborhoods: West End (3 schools), Rose Park (3 schools), Central Terry (2 schools), Valley West (1 schools), River Road (1 schools).
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# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Montana?
The top-ranked private schools in Montana include Billings Central Catholic High School, Foothills Community Christian High School, and Intermountain.
How many private schools are located in Montana?
There are 138 private schools are located in Montana.
How much do private schools cost in Montana?
The average private school tuition in Montana is $8,123 for elementary schools and $9,185 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Montana?
Approximately 18% of students in Montana private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Montana go to private school?
8% of all K-12 students in Montana attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Montana?
Which private schools in Montana are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Montana include: Mount Ellis Academy vs. Petra Academy, Hearts & Hands Montessori vs. Highland Montessori School, Bozeman Field School vs. Heritage Christian School
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