Very Good
#14 of 60 private schools in MT
Top 22% of private schools
Butte Central Catholic High School
High School
9 S IDAHO ST, Butte, MT 59701
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
97
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Montana private schools
#14 of 60
In Butte
#1 of 2
public schools
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About Butte Central Catholic High School
Butte Central Catholic High School is a private high school in Butte, MT. Butte Central Catholic High School serves approximately 97 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Butte Central Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 60 private schools in MT.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- MT avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 97 students, Butte Central Catholic High School 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 8.4:1 students to teachers, Butte Central Catholic High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Butte 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
BetaHow Butte Central Catholic High School compares to the 8 public schools in Butte, MT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Butte
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Butte Central Catholic High School (this school) | 7.5 |
| Butte High School | 4.6 |
| West Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Kennedy School | 4.6 |
| Emerson School | 5.2 |
| East Middle School | 5.1 |
| Whittier School | 7.0 |
| Hillcrest School | 6.8 |
| Margaret Leary School | 6.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
9 S IDAHO ST, Butte, MT 59701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Butte Central Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Whittier School (rated 7.0/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Lincoln Primary (rated 7.0/10, 21.1 miles away, in nearby Anaconda), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hillcrest School (rated 6.8/10, 3.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Butte, see our Butte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Butte High School Butte | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| West Elementary School Butte | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Kennedy School Butte | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| BUTTE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Butte | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Emerson School Butte | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| HIGHLAND VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butte | 2.2 mi | — |
| East Middle School Butte | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Whittier School Butte | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Margaret Leary School Butte | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Hillcrest School Butte | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| SILVER BOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Butte | 4.1 mi | — |
| Ramsay School Ramsay | 7.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Ramsay Middle School Ramsay | 7.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Divide School Divide | 20.8 mi | — |
| Basin School Basin | 22.4 mi | — |
| Melrose School Melrose | 27.2 mi | — |
| Lincoln Primary Anaconda | 21.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Fred Moodry Intermediate Anaconda | 21.2 mi | 5.2 |
| E F Duvall 7-8 Deer Lodge | 27.9 mi | 5.6 |
| O D Speer School Deer Lodge | 28.0 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,799
Median Home Value
$219,200
Median Rent
$811/mo
Population
34,245
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
69.6%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Choteau High School Choteau, MT | 7.5 |
| Belt High School Belt, MT | 7.4 |
| Cascade High School Cascade, MT | 7.6 |
| Drummond High School Drummond, MT | 7.6 |
| Simms High School Simms, MT | 7.4 |
| Fairview High School Fairview, MT | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Butte Central Catholic High School
What grades does Butte Central Catholic High School serve?
Butte Central Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Butte Central Catholic High School?
Butte Central Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 97 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Butte Central Catholic High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Butte Central Catholic High School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Butte Central Catholic High School rank in MT?
Butte Central Catholic High School ranks #14 of 60 private schools in MT.
What is Butte Central Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Butte Central Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Butte Central Catholic High School a private school?
Yes, Butte 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 Butte Central Catholic High School a religious school?
Butte Central Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 97
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Silver Bow County
- Phone
- (406) 782-6761
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