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#32 of 60 private schools in MT

Billings Central Catholic High School

High School

3 BROADWATER AVE, Billings, MT 59101

Private

Enrollment

298

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

6.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Montana private schools

#32 of 60

In Billings

#5 of 8

public schools

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Billings Central Catholic High School

6.5/10

High School in Billings · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mckinley School

8.2/10

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4.0/10

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About Billings Central Catholic High School

Billings Central Catholic High School is a private high school in Billings, MT. Billings Central Catholic High School serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Billings Central Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #32 of 60 private schools in MT.

How it compares0.4 pts above MT schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • MT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Billings Central Catholic High School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Billings Central Catholic High School compares to the 43 public schools in Billings, MT

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
This School
vs
14.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
298
This School
vs
431
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.5
This School
vs
5.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 86.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.7% vs 0%
Asian 2.7% vs 0%
Black 2.3% vs 0%
Billings Central Catholic High School Billings Public Avg

All Schools in Billings

School Rating
Billings Central Catholic High School (this school) 6.5
Broadwater School 5.4
McKinley School 8.2
Billings Sr High School 4.1
Orchard School 4.0
Riverside Middle School 3.6
Highland School 6.5
Washington School 4.7
Newman School 4.6
Ponderosa School 3.8
Lewis & Clark Middle School 4.6
Miles Avenue School 4.6
Alkali Creek School 6.2
Rose Park School 3.4
Billings West High School 5.2
Burlington School 5.7
Central Heights School 8.2
Eagle Cliffs Elementary 7.5
Poly Drive School 6.6
Castle Rock Middle School 5.2
Bench School 4.3

Showing 20 of 43 schools. View all schools in Billings

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MT.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,170
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 18%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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Enrollment 298
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MT

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 86.6%
Native American 4.4%
Hispanic 3.7%
Asian 2.7%
Black 2.3%
Pacific Islander 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3 BROADWATER AVE, Billings, MT 59101

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Billings Central Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NEW DAY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Billings Sr High School (rated 4.1/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Skyview High School (rated 4.1/10, 3.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Billings, see our Billings schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
McKinley School Billings 0.6 mi 8.2
Orchard School Billings 0.7 mi 4.0
Broadwater School Billings 0.5 mi 5.4
Billings Sr High School Billings 0.7 mi 4.1
Riverside Middle School Billings 0.9 mi 3.6
SUNRISE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Billings 1.0 mi 6.4
Highland School Billings 1.2 mi 6.5
Ponderosa School Billings 1.6 mi 3.8
Newman School Billings 1.6 mi 4.6
Washington School Billings 1.3 mi 4.7
Lewis & Clark Middle School Billings 1.6 mi 4.6
Alkali Creek School Billings 2.4 mi 6.2
Miles Avenue School Billings 2.0 mi 4.6
Eagle Cliffs Elementary Billings 3.0 mi 7.5
NEW DAY SCHOOL Billings 2.3 mi 6.6
NEW DAY Billings 2.4 mi 7.6
Castle Rock Middle School Billings 3.3 mi 5.2
Rose Park School Billings 2.5 mi 3.4
Sandstone School Billings 3.4 mi 6.0
Skyview High School Billings 3.8 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,165

Median Home Value

$243,000

Median Rent

$930/mo

Population

41,797

College Educated

22.4%

Homeownership

57.8%

Avg Commute

17.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

36.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Billings Central Catholic High School

What grades does Billings Central Catholic High School serve?

Billings Central Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Billings Central Catholic High School?

Billings Central Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Billings Central Catholic High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Billings Central Catholic High School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Billings Central Catholic High School rank in MT?

Billings Central Catholic High School ranks #32 of 60 private schools in MT.

What is Billings Central Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Billings Central Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Billings Central Catholic High School a private school?

Yes, Billings Central Catholic High School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Billings Central Catholic High School a religious school?

Billings Central Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
298
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Yellowstone County

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