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#55 of 60 private schools in MT

Emerge Private School

School

1701 S 19TH AVE, Bozeman, MT 59718

Private

Enrollment

195

Student-Teacher

32:1

Score

3.7

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Montana private schools

#55 of 60

In Bozeman

#7 of 7

public schools

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Emerge Private School

3.7/10

School in Bozeman · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Emerge Private School

Emerge Private School is a private school in Bozeman, MT. Emerge Private School serves approximately 195 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 32:1 student-teacher ratio. Emerge Private School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #55 of 60 private schools in MT.

How it compares2.6 pts below MT schools
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • MT avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 195 students, Emerge Private 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.

Emerge Private School runs 32:1 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.

Emerge Private 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 Emerge Private School compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Bozeman, MT

Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
This School
vs
15.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
195
This School
vs
382
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
3.7
This School
vs
7.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 97.4% vs 0%
Black 2.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.5% vs 0%
Emerge Private School Bozeman Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Emerge Private School (this school) 3.7
Irving School 7.1
Morning Star School 8.1
Bozeman High School 7.6
Longfellow School 8.8
Hyalite Elementary 7.3
Bozeman Online Charter School 5.9
Sacajawea Middle School 7.6
Whittier School 7.7
Emily Dickinson School 8.2
Hawthorne School 8.1
Meadowlark Elementary 8.0
Gallatin High School 6.0
Chief Joseph Middle School 7.5
Anderson School 9.1
Anderson 7-8 7.8
Monforton School 8.3
Monforton 6-8 7.9
Monforton Primary 7.8
LaMotte School 9.0
LaMotte 6-8

Showing 20 of 22 schools. View all schools in Bozeman

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)
C- 1.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 32:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 975
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 5%
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 195
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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 97.4%
Black 2.1%
Hispanic 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1701 S 19TH AVE, Bozeman, MT 59718

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Emerge Private School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Longfellow School (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Emily Dickinson School (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Morning Star School (rated 8.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bozeman, see our Bozeman schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman 0.6 mi
BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman 0.6 mi
Irving School Bozeman 1.0 mi 7.1
Morning Star School Bozeman 1.1 mi 8.1
LEARNING CIRCLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bozeman 1.0 mi
Bozeman High School Bozeman 1.3 mi 7.6
BOZEMAN SUMMIT SCHOOOL Bozeman 1.6 mi 7.0
Sacajawea Middle School Bozeman 1.6 mi 7.6
Bozeman Online Charter School Bozeman 1.5 mi 5.9
Hyalite Elementary Bozeman 1.5 mi 7.3
Emily Dickinson School Bozeman 1.9 mi 8.2
HEADWATERS ACADEMY Bozeman 1.8 mi 7.4
PEAK POTENTIAL Bozeman 2.0 mi
Longfellow School Bozeman 1.5 mi 8.8
Whittier School Bozeman 1.8 mi 7.7
Hawthorne School Bozeman 2.0 mi 8.1
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bozeman 2.2 mi 5.2
Meadowlark Elementary Bozeman 2.4 mi 8.0
Gallatin High School Bozeman 2.7 mi 6.0
Chief Joseph Middle School Bozeman 3.3 mi 7.5

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 Emerge Private School

What grades does Emerge Private School serve?

Emerge Private School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend Emerge Private School?

Emerge Private School has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Emerge Private School?

The student-teacher ratio at Emerge Private School is 32:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Emerge Private School rank in MT?

Emerge Private School ranks #55 of 60 private schools in MT.

What is Emerge Private School's MySchoolScout rating?

Emerge Private School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Emerge Private School a private school?

Yes, Emerge Private School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Emerge Private School a religious school?

Emerge Private School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
195
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
150 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Gallatin County

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