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#42 of 60 private schools in MT

Trinity Lutheran Classical School

Elementary School

221 S CENTER AVE, Miles City, MT 59301

Private

Enrollment

32

Student-Teacher

9.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Montana private schools

#42 of 60

In Miles City

#2 of 2

public schools

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Trinity Lutheran Classical School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Miles City · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Custer Co District High

6.0/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Lincoln School

4.3/10

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About Trinity Lutheran Classical School

Trinity Lutheran Classical School is a private elementary school in Miles City, MT. Trinity Lutheran Classical School serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Trinity Lutheran Classical School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 60 private schools in MT.

How it compares0.7 pts below MT schools
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • MT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 32 students, Trinity Lutheran Classical 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 9.1:1 students to teachers, Trinity Lutheran Classical School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Trinity Lutheran Classical 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 Trinity Lutheran Classical School compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Miles City, MT

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
This School
vs
12.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
32
This School
vs
129
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.8
This School
vs
6.2
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 96.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 3.1% vs 0%
Trinity Lutheran Classical School Miles City Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Trinity Lutheran Classical School (this school) 5.8
Lincoln School 4.3
Washington Middle School 6-8 6.3
Jefferson School 7.6
Highland Park School 8.9
Garfield School 5.3
Kircher School 5.0
Riverview School
S Y School

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- 7.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.4 / 10
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School Day Length 7.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 6%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
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Enrollment 32
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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 96.9%
Hispanic 3.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

221 S CENTER AVE, Miles City, MT 59301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trinity Lutheran Classical School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Highland Park School (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jefferson School (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kinsey School (rated 7.1/10, 14.4 miles away, in nearby Kinsey), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miles City, see our Miles City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

12 within 32.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Custer Co District High Miles City 0.1 mi 6.0
Lincoln School Miles City 0.2 mi 4.3
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Miles City 0.5 mi 5.9
Washington Middle School 6-8 Miles City 0.5 mi 6.3
Jefferson School Miles City 0.5 mi 7.6
Highland Park School Miles City 0.6 mi 8.9
Garfield School Miles City 0.8 mi 5.3
Pine Hills Youth Corr Facil El Helena 1.0 mi
Pine Hills Youth Corr Facil HS Helena 1.0 mi
Kircher School Miles City 4.1 mi 5.0
Kinsey School Kinsey 14.4 mi 7.1
S Y School Miles City 32.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,643

Median Home Value

$202,100

Median Rent

$918/mo

Population

11,598

College Educated

29.7%

Homeownership

67.4%

Avg Commute

13.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.5%

Median Age

42.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Winnett School Winnett, MT 5.7
Bozeman Online Charter School Bozeman, MT 5.9
Willow Creek School Willow Creek, MT 5.9
Custer School Custer, MT 6.0
Dixon Elementary Dixon, MT 5.6
Rapelje School Rapelje, MT 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Trinity Lutheran Classical School

What grades does Trinity Lutheran Classical School serve?

Trinity Lutheran Classical School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Trinity Lutheran Classical School?

Trinity Lutheran Classical School has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran Classical School?

The student-teacher ratio at Trinity Lutheran Classical School is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Trinity Lutheran Classical School rank in MT?

Trinity Lutheran Classical School ranks #42 of 60 private schools in MT.

What is Trinity Lutheran Classical School's MySchoolScout rating?

Trinity Lutheran Classical School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Trinity Lutheran Classical School a private school?

Yes, Trinity Lutheran Classical School is a private coeducational school with a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Trinity Lutheran Classical School a religious school?

Trinity Lutheran Classical School has a Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
32
Gender Split
44% M / 56% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod
School Day
7.5 hours
Days Per Year
168 days
Setting
Remote Town
County
Custer County

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