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Very Good

#21 of 60 private schools in MT

Top 33% of private schools

Bozeman Summit Schoool

Elementary School

3001 W VILLARD ST, Bozeman, MT 59718

Private

Enrollment

44

Student-Teacher

4.6:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Montana private schools

#21 of 60

In Bozeman

#4 of 7

public schools

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Bozeman Summit Schoool

7.0/10

Elementary School in Bozeman · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.2/10

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7.3/10

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About Bozeman Summit Schoool

Bozeman Summit Schoool is a private elementary school in Bozeman, MT. Bozeman Summit Schoool serves approximately 44 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 4.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Bozeman Summit Schoool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #21 of 60 private schools in MT.

How it compares0.5 pts above MT schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • MT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 44 students, Bozeman Summit Schoool is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 4.6:1 students to teachers, Bozeman Summit Schoool sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Bozeman Summit Schoool 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 Bozeman Summit Schoool compares to 15 public schools serving similar grades in Bozeman, MT

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.6:1
This School
vs
14.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
44
This School
vs
254
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
8.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 13.6% vs 0%
Black 2.3% vs 0%
Bozeman Summit Schoool Bozeman Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Bozeman Summit Schoool (this school) 7.0
Emily Dickinson School 8.2
Hyalite Elementary 7.3
Meadowlark Elementary 8.0
Irving School 7.1
Whittier School 7.7
Bozeman Online Charter School 5.9
Longfellow School 8.8
Hawthorne School 8.1
Morning Star School 8.1
Monforton School 8.3
Monforton Primary 7.8
Anderson School 9.1
LaMotte School 9.0
Cottonwood School
Malmborg School

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)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 2.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,036.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 27%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 44
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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 84.1%
Hispanic 13.6%
Black 2.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3001 W VILLARD ST, Bozeman, MT 59718

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bozeman Summit Schoool may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Longfellow School (rated 8.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Emily Dickinson School (rated 8.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morning Star School (rated 8.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bozeman, see our Bozeman schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Emily Dickinson School Bozeman 0.6 mi 8.2
Hyalite Elementary Bozeman 0.6 mi 7.3
PEAK POTENTIAL Bozeman 0.8 mi
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bozeman 1.0 mi 5.2
Meadowlark Elementary Bozeman 1.1 mi 8.0
Gallatin High School Bozeman 1.2 mi 6.0
Bozeman High School Bozeman 1.2 mi 7.6
EMERGE PRIVATE SCHOOL Bozeman 1.6 mi 3.7
Chief Joseph Middle School Bozeman 1.7 mi 7.5
HEADWATERS ACADEMY Bozeman 1.4 mi 7.4
Irving School Bozeman 1.6 mi 7.1
Whittier School Bozeman 1.6 mi 7.7
BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman 2.1 mi
BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman 2.1 mi
Bozeman Online Charter School Bozeman 1.7 mi 5.9
LEARNING CIRCLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bozeman 1.9 mi
Longfellow School Bozeman 2.1 mi 8.8
Morning Star School Bozeman 2.6 mi 8.1
Hawthorne School Bozeman 2.3 mi 8.1
Sacajawea Middle School Bozeman 3.2 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59718 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,852

Median Home Value

$579,800

Median Rent

$1,748/mo

Population

43,750

College Educated

56.8%

Homeownership

56.7%

Avg Commute

17.1 min

Poverty Rate

8.3%

Median Age

32

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bozeman Summit Schoool

What grades does Bozeman Summit Schoool serve?

Bozeman Summit Schoool serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bozeman Summit Schoool?

Bozeman Summit Schoool has an enrollment of approximately 44 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bozeman Summit Schoool?

The student-teacher ratio at Bozeman Summit Schoool is 4.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Bozeman Summit Schoool rank in MT?

Bozeman Summit Schoool ranks #21 of 60 private schools in MT.

What is Bozeman Summit Schoool's MySchoolScout rating?

Bozeman Summit Schoool has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Bozeman Summit Schoool a private school?

Yes, Bozeman Summit Schoool is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Bozeman Summit Schoool a religious school?

No, Bozeman Summit Schoool is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
44
Gender Split
55% M / 45% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
144 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Gallatin County

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