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North West Indian Bible School

School

32485 BIBLE LN, Alberton, MT 59820

Private

Enrollment

34

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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North West Indian Bible School

5.9/10

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

Alberton Elementary

3.0/10

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7.9/10

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About North West Indian Bible School

North West Indian Bible School is a private school in Alberton, MT. North West Indian Bible School serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. North West Indian Bible School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #40 of 60 private schools in MT.

How it compares0.4 pts below MT schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • MT avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 34 students, North West Indian Bible 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.

At 8.5:1 students to teachers, North West Indian Bible School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

North West Indian Bible 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 North West Indian Bible School compares to the 3 public schools in Alberton, MT

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
This School
vs
8.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
34
This School
vs
47
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50% vs 0%
North West Indian Bible School Alberton Public Avg

All Schools in Alberton

School Rating
North West Indian Bible School (this school) 5.9
Alberton High School 7.9
Alberton Middle School 4.4
Alberton Elementary 3.0

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)
A- 8.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.7 / 10
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School Day Length 7.2 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,296
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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Enrollment 34
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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 50.0%
Native American 50.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

32485 BIBLE LN, Alberton, MT 59820

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North West Indian Bible School may also want to explore other schools in the area. DeSmet School (rated 8.9/10, 18.5 miles away, in nearby Missoula), which scores notably higher. Another option is Target Range School (rated 8.0/10, 21.2 miles away, in nearby Missoula), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alberton High School (rated 7.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Alberton, see our Alberton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Alberton Elementary Alberton 0.7 mi 3.0
Alberton High School Alberton 0.7 mi 7.9
Alberton Middle School Alberton 0.7 mi 4.4
Frenchtown High School Frenchtown 11.1 mi 5.1
Frenchtown 6-8 Frenchtown 11.1 mi 5.1
Frenchtown Elementary School Frenchtown 11.7 mi 6.2
Frenchtown Intermediate School Frenchtown 11.7 mi 7.2
Woodman School Lolo 19.3 mi
Woodman 7-8 Lolo 19.3 mi
Dixon 7-8 Dixon 23.3 mi
Dixon Elementary Dixon 23.3 mi 5.6
DeSmet School Missoula 18.5 mi 8.9
DeSmet 6-8 Missoula 18.5 mi 5.4
Target Range School Missoula 21.2 mi 8.0
Target Range 7-8 Missoula 21.2 mi 6.5
NKWUSM SALISH LANGUAGE SCHOOL Arlee 21.6 mi 7.2
Arlee 7-8 Arlee 21.8 mi 4.8
Arlee High School Arlee 21.8 mi 4.4
Hellgate Middle School Missoula 20.8 mi 7.5
Arlee Elementary Arlee 21.8 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59820 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,586

Median Home Value

$332,000

Median Rent

$1,000/mo

Population

1,904

College Educated

26.7%

Homeownership

87.4%

Avg Commute

33.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North West Indian Bible School

What grades does North West Indian Bible School serve?

North West Indian Bible School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend North West Indian Bible School?

North West Indian Bible School has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North West Indian Bible School?

The student-teacher ratio at North West Indian Bible School 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 North West Indian Bible School rank in MT?

North West Indian Bible School ranks #40 of 60 private schools in MT.

What is North West Indian Bible School's MySchoolScout rating?

North West Indian Bible School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is North West Indian Bible School a private school?

Yes, North West Indian Bible School is a private coeducational school with a Methodist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is North West Indian Bible School a religious school?

North West Indian Bible School has a Methodist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
34
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Methodist
School Day
7.2 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Missoula County

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