Excellent
#2 of 60 private schools in MT
Top 2% of private schools
Yellowstone Academy
High School
1750 RAY OF HOPE LN, Billings, MT 59106
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
3.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
70
Student-Teacher
3.3:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Montana private schools
#2 of 60
In Billings
#1 of 8
public schools
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Yellowstone Academy
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About Yellowstone Academy
Yellowstone Academy is a private high school in Billings, MT. Yellowstone Academy serves approximately 70 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 3.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Yellowstone Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #2 of 60 private schools in MT.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- MT avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 70 students, Yellowstone 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 3.3:1 students to teachers, Yellowstone Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Yellowstone 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 Yellowstone Academy compares to the 43 public schools in Billings, MT
Student Demographics
All Schools in Billings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yellowstone Academy (this school) | 8.5 |
| Yellowstone Academy Elem | 7.3 |
| Yellowstone Academy 7-8 | — |
| Elder Grove School | 3.7 |
| Elder Grove 7-8 | 3.7 |
| Canyon Creek School | 6.8 |
| Canyon Creek 6-8 | 6.8 |
| Ben Steele Middle School | 7.3 |
| Big Sky Elementary | 4.6 |
| Arrowhead School | 7.5 |
| Elysian School | 8.2 |
| Elysian Middle School | 7.8 |
| Meadowlark School | 8.5 |
| Will James Middle School | 4.0 |
| Boulder School | 7.7 |
| Central Heights School | 8.2 |
| Billings West High School | 5.2 |
| Burlington School | 5.7 |
| Poly Drive School | 6.6 |
| Miles Avenue School | 4.6 |
| Rose Park School | 3.4 |
Showing 20 of 43 schools. View all schools in Billings
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
1750 RAY OF HOPE LN, Billings, MT 59106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yellowstone Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Meadowlark School (rated 8.5/10, 6.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Boulder School (rated 7.7/10, 6.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GRACE MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 4.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Billings, see our Billings schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Yellowstone Academy Elem Billings | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Yellowstone Academy 7-8 Billings | 0.0 mi | — |
| Elder Grove School Billings | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Elder Grove 7-8 Billings | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Ben Steele Middle School Billings | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Canyon Creek School Billings | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Canyon Creek 6-8 Billings | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
| GRACE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Billings | 4.4 mi | 7.5 |
| SHILOH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Billings | 4.2 mi | — |
| Laurel Middle School Laurel | 5.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Fred W Graff School Laurel | 5.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Laurel High School Laurel | 5.3 mi | 4.7 |
| West School Laurel | 5.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Big Sky Elementary Billings | 5.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Arrowhead School Billings | 5.8 mi | 7.5 |
| South School Laurel | 6.5 mi | 6.1 |
| TRAILHEAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Billings | 5.6 mi | — |
| Will James Middle School Billings | 6.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Boulder School Billings | 6.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Meadowlark School Billings | 6.0 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,374
Median Home Value
$483,100
Median Rent
$1,380/mo
Population
20,232
College Educated
51.7%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Harlowton High School Harlowton, MT | 8.3 |
| MOUNT ELLIS ACADEMY Bozeman, MT | 8.3 |
| Centerville High School Sand Coulee, MT | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yellowstone Academy
What grades does Yellowstone Academy serve?
Yellowstone Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Yellowstone Academy?
Yellowstone Academy has an enrollment of approximately 70 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yellowstone Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Yellowstone Academy is 3.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yellowstone Academy rank in MT?
Yellowstone Academy ranks #2 of 60 private schools in MT.
What is Yellowstone Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Yellowstone Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Yellowstone Academy a private school?
Yes, Yellowstone Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Yellowstone Academy a religious school?
No, Yellowstone Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 70
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 220 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Yellowstone County
- Phone
- (406) 656-2198
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