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Cottonwood School
Middle School
23 AMISH LN, Forsyth, MT 59327
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
21:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
21:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Cottonwood School
Middle School in Forsyth · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cottonwood School
Cottonwood School is a private middle school in Forsyth, MT. Cottonwood School serves approximately 21 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 21 students, Cottonwood 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.
Cottonwood School runs 21:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Cottonwood 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 Cottonwood School compares to the 3 public schools in Forsyth, MT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Forsyth
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cottonwood School (this school) | — |
| Forsyth Elementary School | 9.3 |
| Forsyth High School | 7.0 |
| Forsyth 7-8 | 6.7 |
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
- 21 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Address
- 23 AMISH LN, Forsyth, MT 59327
- Phone
- (406) 784-2965
- 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.
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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
23 AMISH LN, Forsyth, MT 59327
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cottonwood School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Lame Deer 7-8 (rated 6.0/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby Lame Deer). Additionally, Frank Brattin Middle Schl (rated 4.4/10, 20.3 miles away, in nearby Colstrip). For more schools in Forsyth, see our Forsyth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
11 within 28.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST LABRE HIGH SCHOOL Ashland | 7.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Ashland School Ashland | 7.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Ashland 7-8 Ashland | 7.9 mi | — |
| Frank Brattin Middle Schl Colstrip | 20.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Lame Deer High School Lame Deer | 19.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Lame Deer 7-8 Lame Deer | 19.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Lame Deer School Lame Deer | 19.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Pine Butte Elementary Sch Colstrip | 21.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Colstrip High School Colstrip | 21.8 mi | 5.6 |
| South Stacey School Volborg | 19.5 mi | — |
| Birney School Birney | 28.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59327 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,125
Median Home Value
$210,200
Median Rent
$763/mo
Population
2,448
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
72.1%
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cottonwood School
What grades does Cottonwood School serve?
Cottonwood School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Cottonwood School?
Cottonwood School has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood School is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Cottonwood School a private school?
Yes, Cottonwood School is a private coeducational school with a Amish 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 School a religious school?
Cottonwood School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 21
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Rosebud County
- Phone
- (406) 784-2965
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