Excellent
#4 of 60 private schools in MT
Top 5% of private schools
Mount Ellis Academy
High School
3641 BOZEMAN TRL RD, Bozeman, MT 59715
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
59
Student-Teacher
6.6:1
Score
8.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Montana private schools
#4 of 60
In Bozeman
#1 of 7
public schools
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About Mount Ellis Academy
Mount Ellis Academy is a private high school in Bozeman, MT. Mount Ellis Academy serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mount Ellis Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 60 private schools in MT.
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- MT avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 59 students, Mount Ellis 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 6.6:1 students to teachers, Mount Ellis Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Mount Ellis 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 Mount Ellis Academy compares to the 22 public schools in Bozeman, MT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Bozeman
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mount Ellis Academy (this school) | 8.3 |
| LaMotte School | 9.0 |
| LaMotte 6-8 | — |
| Hawthorne School | 8.1 |
| Longfellow School | 8.8 |
| Morning Star School | 8.1 |
| Sacajawea Middle School | 7.6 |
| Bozeman Online Charter School | 5.9 |
| Irving School | 7.1 |
| Whittier School | 7.7 |
| Bozeman High School | 7.6 |
| Malmborg School | — |
| Emily Dickinson School | 8.2 |
| Hyalite Elementary | 7.3 |
| Meadowlark Elementary | 8.0 |
| Gallatin High School | 6.0 |
| Chief Joseph Middle School | 7.5 |
| Anderson School | 9.1 |
| Anderson 7-8 | 7.8 |
| Cottonwood School | — |
| Monforton School | 8.3 |
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
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
3641 BOZEMAN TRL RD, Bozeman, MT 59715
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mount Ellis Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LaMotte School (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Longfellow School (rated 8.8/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Emily Dickinson School (rated 8.2/10, 6.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bozeman, see our Bozeman schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MT ELLIS ELEMENTARY Bozeman | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| LaMotte 6-8 Bozeman | 0.8 mi | — |
| LaMotte School Bozeman | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Hawthorne School Bozeman | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Longfellow School Bozeman | 4.2 mi | 8.8 |
| LEARNING CIRCLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bozeman | 4.5 mi | — |
| Bozeman Online Charter School Bozeman | 4.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Morning Star School Bozeman | 4.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Sacajawea Middle School Bozeman | 4.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Whittier School Bozeman | 4.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Irving School Bozeman | 4.8 mi | 7.1 |
| BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman | 4.9 mi | — |
| BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman | 4.9 mi | — |
| HEADWATERS ACADEMY Bozeman | 5.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Bozeman High School Bozeman | 5.1 mi | 7.6 |
| EMERGE PRIVATE SCHOOL Bozeman | 5.4 mi | 3.7 |
| PEAK POTENTIAL Bozeman | 5.9 mi | — |
| Malmborg School Bozeman | 5.8 mi | — |
| Emily Dickinson School Bozeman | 6.1 mi | 8.2 |
| BOZEMAN SUMMIT SCHOOOL Bozeman | 6.3 mi | 7.0 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Harlowton High School Harlowton, MT | 8.3 |
| Centerville High School Sand Coulee, MT | 8.2 |
| CHRYSALIS SCHOOL Eureka, MT | 8.5 |
| Twin Bridges High School Twin Bridges, MT | 8.5 |
| White Sulphur Springs HS White Sulphur Springs, MT | 8.5 |
| YELLOWSTONE ACADEMY Billings, MT | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mount Ellis Academy
What grades does Mount Ellis Academy serve?
Mount Ellis Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Mount Ellis Academy?
Mount Ellis Academy has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mount Ellis Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Mount Ellis Academy is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Mount Ellis Academy rank in MT?
Mount Ellis Academy ranks #4 of 60 private schools in MT.
What is Mount Ellis Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Mount Ellis Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Mount Ellis Academy a private school?
Yes, Mount Ellis Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Mount Ellis Academy a religious school?
Mount Ellis Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 59
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Seventh-day Adventist
- School Day
- 8.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 182 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Gallatin County
- Phone
- (406) 587-5178
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