Very Good
#15 of 60 private schools in MT
Top 23% of private schools
Headwaters Academy
Middle School
1005 DURSTON RD, Bozeman, MT 59715
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
94
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Montana private schools
#15 of 60
In Bozeman
#3 of 7
public schools
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About Headwaters Academy
Headwaters Academy is a private middle school in Bozeman, MT. Headwaters Academy serves approximately 94 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Headwaters Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 60 private schools in MT.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- MT avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 94 students, Headwaters Academy 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 8.5:1 students to teachers, Headwaters Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Headwaters Academy 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 Headwaters Academy compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Bozeman, MT
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Headwaters Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| Bozeman Online Charter School | 5.9 |
| Chief Joseph Middle School | 7.5 |
| Sacajawea Middle School | 7.6 |
| LaMotte 6-8 | — |
| Monforton 6-8 | 7.9 |
| Anderson School | 9.1 |
| Anderson 7-8 | 7.8 |
| 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.
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
1005 DURSTON RD, Bozeman, MT 59715
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Headwaters Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sacajawea Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Chief Joseph Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bozeman, see our Bozeman schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Whittier School Bozeman | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Bozeman High School Bozeman | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Bozeman Online Charter School Bozeman | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Irving School Bozeman | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| PEAK POTENTIAL Bozeman | 0.7 mi | — |
| LEARNING CIRCLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bozeman | 1.2 mi | — |
| Longfellow School Bozeman | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Hawthorne School Bozeman | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Emily Dickinson School Bozeman | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| EMERGE PRIVATE SCHOOL Bozeman | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman | 1.9 mi | — |
| BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman | 1.9 mi | — |
| BOZEMAN SUMMIT SCHOOOL Bozeman | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Morning Star School Bozeman | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Hyalite Elementary Bozeman | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Sacajawea Middle School Bozeman | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bozeman | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Chief Joseph Middle School Bozeman | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Meadowlark Elementary Bozeman | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| GREAT BEGINNINGS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bozeman | 3.4 mi | — |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ophir 7-8 Big Sky, MT | 7.4 |
| Twin Bridges Middle School Twin Bridges, MT | 7.6 |
| Centerville 6-8 Sand Coulee, MT | 7.2 |
| Elysian Middle School Billings, MT | 7.8 |
| Malta 6-7-8 Malta, MT | 7.8 |
| Cascade 6-8 Cascade, MT | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Headwaters Academy
What grades does Headwaters Academy serve?
Headwaters Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Headwaters Academy?
Headwaters Academy has an enrollment of approximately 94 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Headwaters Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Headwaters Academy is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Headwaters Academy rank in MT?
Headwaters Academy ranks #15 of 60 private schools in MT.
What is Headwaters Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Headwaters Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Headwaters Academy a private school?
Yes, Headwaters Academy 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 Headwaters Academy a religious school?
No, Headwaters Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 94
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Gallatin County
- Phone
- (406) 585-9997
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