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Cottonwood Day School
Middle School
10180 COTTONWOOD RD, Bozeman, MT 59718
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
28
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
How this school compares
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Cottonwood Day School
Cottonwood Day School is a private middle school in Bozeman, MT 59718. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades 1st – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $91,852, where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 28 students, Cottonwood Day School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.5:1, Cottonwood Day School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Cottonwood Day School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Financial Overview
Source: IRS Form 990 (2023 filing)
- Per-Pupil Spending
- Total expenses ÷ enrollment
- $19,384
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $22,145
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.14x — Strong
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 53%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $190,778
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 28 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Cottonwood Day School compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Bozeman, MT
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cottonwood Day School (this school) | — |
| Anderson School | 8.5 |
| Anderson 7-8 | 7.7 |
| Cottonwood School | — |
| Sacajawea Middle School | 7.2 |
| Morning Star School | 5.2 |
| Hyalite Elementary | 6.4 |
| Irving School | 6.7 |
| Longfellow School | 8.4 |
| Meadowlark Elementary | 5.3 |
| Monforton Primary | 7.2 |
| Monforton 6-8 | 6.7 |
| Monforton School | 6.3 |
| Bozeman Online Charter School | 6.0 |
| Emily Dickinson School | 6.3 |
| Whittier School | 5.1 |
| Hawthorne School | 5.4 |
| Chief Joseph Middle School | 6.6 |
| LaMotte School | 6.8 |
| LaMotte 6-8 | — |
| Malmborg School | — |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Address
- 10180 COTTONWOOD RD, Bozeman, MT 59718
- Phone
- (406) 586-3409
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MT aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
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
10180 COTTONWOOD RD, Bozeman, MT 59718
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cottonwood Day School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Anderson 7-8 (rated 7.7/10, 0.2 miles away). Additionally, Sacajawea Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 4.2 miles away). For more schools in Bozeman, see our Bozeman schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Anderson School Bozeman | 0.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Anderson 7-8 Bozeman | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Cottonwood School Bozeman | 2.2 mi | — |
| Sacajawea Middle School Bozeman | 4.2 mi | 7.2 |
| EMERGE PRIVATE SCHOOL Bozeman | 5.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Morning Star School Bozeman | 4.6 mi | 5.2 |
| BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman | 4.9 mi | — |
| BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman | 4.9 mi | — |
| CHILDRENS DEVELOPMENT CENTER OF BOZEMAN Bozeman | 5.3 mi | — |
| Hyalite Elementary Bozeman | 5.7 mi | 6.4 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bozeman | 6.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Meadowlark Elementary Bozeman | 6.2 mi | 5.3 |
| BOZEMAN SUMMIT SCHOOOL Bozeman | 6.2 mi | 7.0 |
| LEARNING CIRCLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bozeman | 5.7 mi | — |
| Irving School Bozeman | 5.9 mi | 6.7 |
| MIDDLE CREEK MONTESSORI Bozeman | 5.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Gallatin High School Bozeman | 6.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Gallatin Gateway School Gallatin Gateway | 4.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Gallatin Gateway 7-8 Gallatin Gateway | 4.7 mi | — |
| Bozeman High School Bozeman | 6.3 mi | 7.7 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Cottonwood Day School has a median household income of $91,852. It is a well-educated community where 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $579,800, with a median rent of $1,748/month. The local poverty rate of 8.3% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 17 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cottonwood Day School
What grades does Cottonwood Day School serve?
Cottonwood Day School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Cottonwood Day School?
Cottonwood Day School has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood Day School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Cottonwood Day School a private school?
Yes, Cottonwood Day School 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 Cottonwood Day School a religious school?
No, Cottonwood Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,212/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Bozeman). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 155 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- GALLATIN
- Phone
- (406) 586-3409
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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