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Surprise Creek Colony School
School
928 SURPRISE CREEK RD, Stanford, MT 59479
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 10th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Surprise Creek Colony School
School in Stanford · grades Pre-K – 10th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Surprise Creek Colony School
Surprise Creek Colony School is a private school in Stanford, MT. Surprise Creek Colony School serves approximately 8 students, and covers grades Pre-K-10th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 8 students, Surprise Creek Colony 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 8:1 students to teachers, Surprise Creek Colony School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Surprise Creek Colony 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 Surprise Creek Colony School compares to the 3 public schools in Stanford, MT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Stanford
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Surprise Creek Colony School (this school) | — |
| Stanford School | 6.0 |
| Stanford High School | 5.7 |
| Stanford 7-8 | — |
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 – 10th
- Enrollment
- 8 students
- Type
- Private · Christian, no specific denomination
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- 928 SURPRISE CREEK RD, Stanford, MT 59479
- Phone
- (406) 788-1096
- 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.
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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
928 SURPRISE CREEK RD, Stanford, MT 59479
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Surprise Creek Colony School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Denton School (rated 9.8/10, 21.4 miles away, in nearby Denton). Another option is Highwood School (rated 9.2/10, 35.7 miles away, in nearby Highwood). Additionally, Geraldine Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 30.1 miles away, in nearby Geraldine). For more schools in Stanford, see our Stanford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
18 within 35.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford School Stanford | 5.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Stanford 7-8 Stanford | 5.9 mi | — |
| Stanford High School Stanford | 5.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Geyser School Geyser | 9.4 mi | — |
| Geyser High School Geyser | 9.4 mi | — |
| Geyser 7-8 Geyser | 9.4 mi | — |
| Denton High School Denton | 21.4 mi | — |
| Denton School Denton | 21.4 mi | 9.8 |
| Denton 6-8 Denton | 21.4 mi | — |
| Geraldine Elementary Geraldine | 30.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Geraldine High School Geraldine | 30.1 mi | — |
| Geraldine Middle School Geraldine | 30.1 mi | — |
| Hobson School Hobson | 25.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Hobson High School Hobson | 25.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Hobson 6-8 Hobson | 25.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Highwood School Highwood | 35.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Highwood High School Highwood | 35.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Highwood Middle School Highwood | 35.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59479 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,903
Median Home Value
$190,400
Median Rent
$410/mo
Population
732
College Educated
25.5%
Homeownership
72%
Poverty Rate
28.3%
Median Age
53.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Surprise Creek Colony School
What grades does Surprise Creek Colony School serve?
Surprise Creek Colony School serves students in grades Pre-K through 10th.
How many students attend Surprise Creek Colony School?
Surprise Creek Colony School has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Surprise Creek Colony School?
The student-teacher ratio at Surprise Creek Colony School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Surprise Creek Colony School a private school?
Yes, Surprise Creek Colony School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Surprise Creek Colony School a religious school?
Surprise Creek Colony School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 10th
- Enrollment
- 8
- Gender Split
- 75% M / 25% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 5.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 181 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Judith Basin County
- Phone
- (406) 788-1096
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