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Great Beginnings Montessori School
Elementary School
100 SPRINGHILL LN, Bozeman, MT 59715
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Enrollment
7
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Grades
Pre-K – Kindergarten
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
How this school compares
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Great Beginnings Montessori School
Great Beginnings Montessori School is an private elementary school in Bozeman, MT 59715. The school serves approximately 7 students in grades Pre-K – Kindergarten with a student-teacher ratio of 5.4:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $85,000, where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 7 students, Great Beginnings Montessori 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 5.4:1, Great Beginnings Montessori 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, Great Beginnings Montessori 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
- $113,634
- Per-Pupil Revenue
- Total revenue ÷ enrollment
- $176,649
- Financial Health
- Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
- 1.55x — Strong
- Tuition Dependency
- Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
- 67%
- Total Assets
- End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
- $1.4M
Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 7 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Great Beginnings Montessori School compares to 14 public schools serving similar grades in Bozeman, MT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Great Beginnings Montessori School (this school) | — |
| Emily Dickinson School | 6.3 |
| Whittier School | 5.1 |
| Meadowlark Elementary | 5.3 |
| Bozeman Online Charter School | 6.0 |
| Hawthorne School | 5.4 |
| Hyalite Elementary | 6.4 |
| Irving School | 6.7 |
| Longfellow School | 8.4 |
| Morning Star School | 5.2 |
| Monforton Primary | 7.2 |
| LaMotte School | 6.8 |
| Anderson School | 8.5 |
| 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 7 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Address
- 100 SPRINGHILL LN, Bozeman, MT 59715
- Phone
- (406) 587-0132
- 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
100 SPRINGHILL LN, Bozeman, MT 59715
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Beginnings Montessori School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Longfellow School (rated 8.4/10, 4.4 miles away). Another option is BOZEMAN SUMMIT SCHOOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.5 miles away). Additionally, Irving School (rated 6.7/10, 4.3 miles away). For more schools in Bozeman, see our Bozeman schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Joseph Middle School Bozeman | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PEAK POTENTIAL Bozeman | 3.0 mi | — |
| Emily Dickinson School Bozeman | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| HEADWATERS ACADEMY Bozeman | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| BOZEMAN SUMMIT SCHOOOL Bozeman | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Whittier School Bozeman | 3.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Bozeman High School Bozeman | 3.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Gallatin High School Bozeman | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Meadowlark Elementary Bozeman | 3.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Bozeman Online Charter School Bozeman | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bozeman | 3.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Hyalite Elementary Bozeman | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Hawthorne School Bozeman | 4.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Irving School Bozeman | 4.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Longfellow School Bozeman | 4.4 mi | 8.4 |
| LEARNING CIRCLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bozeman | 4.6 mi | — |
| EMERGE PRIVATE SCHOOL Bozeman | 4.9 mi | 3.7 |
| BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman | 5.2 mi | — |
| BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman | 5.2 mi | — |
| Morning Star School Bozeman | 5.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59715 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,000
Median Home Value
$755,300
Median Rent
$1,376/mo
Population
39,275
College Educated
67.7%
Homeownership
55.9%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
30.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Great Beginnings Montessori School has a median household income of $85,000. It is a well-educated community where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $755,300, with a median rent of $1,376/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.1%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Beginnings Montessori School
What grades does Great Beginnings Montessori School serve?
Great Beginnings Montessori School serves students in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Great Beginnings Montessori School?
Great Beginnings Montessori School has an enrollment of approximately 7 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Beginnings Montessori School?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Beginnings Montessori School is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Great Beginnings Montessori School a private school?
Yes, Great Beginnings Montessori 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 Great Beginnings Montessori School a religious school?
No, Great Beginnings Montessori 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
- Pre-K – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 7
- Gender Split
- 43% M / 57% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- GALLATIN
- Phone
- (406) 587-0132
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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