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#34 of 60 private schools in MT
St Charles Mission School
Elementary School
21228 PRYOR GAP RD, Pryor, MT 59066
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Montana private schools
#34 of 60
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St Charles Mission School
Elementary School in Pryor · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About St Charles Mission School
St Charles Mission School is a private elementary school in Pryor, MT. St Charles Mission School serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. St Charles Mission School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #34 of 60 private schools in MT.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- MT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 85 students, St Charles Mission 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, St Charles Mission School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
St Charles Mission 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
BetaHow St Charles Mission School compares to the 3 public schools in Pryor, MT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Pryor
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Charles Mission School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Plenty Coups High School | 7.5 |
| Pryor 7-8 | — |
| Arrow Creek Elem School | 7.0 |
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
21228 PRYOR GAP RD, Pryor, MT 59066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Charles Mission School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elysian School (rated 8.2/10, 22.5 miles away, in nearby Billings), which scores notably higher. Another option is Morin School (rated 7.4/10, 17.1 miles away, in nearby Billings), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arrow Creek Elem School (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pryor, see our Pryor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Plenty Coups High School Pryor | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Pryor 7-8 Pryor | 1.2 mi | — |
| Arrow Creek Elem School Pryor | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Morin School Billings | 17.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Blue Creek School Billings | 20.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Canyon Creek School Billings | 21.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Canyon Creek 6-8 Billings | 21.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Elysian School Billings | 22.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Elysian Middle School Billings | 22.5 mi | 7.8 |
| South School Laurel | 20.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Laurel Middle School Laurel | 20.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Fred W Graff School Laurel | 20.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Laurel High School Laurel | 20.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Ponderosa School Billings | 23.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Newman School Billings | 23.8 mi | 4.6 |
| West School Laurel | 21.0 mi | 6.7 |
| NEW DAY Billings | 23.9 mi | 7.6 |
| NEW DAY SCHOOL Billings | 23.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Big Sky Elementary Billings | 23.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Elder Grove School Billings | 23.4 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,563
Median Home Value
$121,100
Median Rent
$675/mo
Population
675
College Educated
7.8%
Homeownership
79.4%
Poverty Rate
33%
Median Age
31.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Absarokee School Absarokee, MT | 6.3 |
| Heart Butte Elementary Heart Butte, MT | 6.3 |
| Frontier School Wolf Point, MT | 6.2 |
| North Star School Rudyard, MT | 6.4 |
| Philipsburg School Philipsburg, MT | 6.4 |
| Shields Valley Elementary Clyde Park, MT | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Charles Mission School
What grades does St Charles Mission School serve?
St Charles Mission School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Charles Mission School?
St Charles Mission School has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Charles Mission School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Charles Mission School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Charles Mission School rank in MT?
St Charles Mission School ranks #34 of 60 private schools in MT.
What is St Charles Mission School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Charles Mission School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Charles Mission School a private school?
Yes, St Charles Mission School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Charles Mission School a religious school?
St Charles Mission School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 85
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 179 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Big Horn County
- Phone
- (406) 927-7304
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