First Lutheran School and its certified staff provide a Christian education and are dedicated to equipping each student to attain the high standards scholastically, socially and spiritually. The curriculum of the school meets the requirements set forth in the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod`s curriculum guide, "Integrating the Faith".
The curriculum includes: Christ Centered Worldview, Chapel, Religion, Language Arts, Science, Music, Physical Education, Phonics/Reading, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Art.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 6 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
54 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 17%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
6 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Contact school for tuition rates.
% on Financial Aid
10%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$500
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Stacy Smith
School Notes
- School Motto: Sharing God鈥檚 Word with Everyone Everywhere!
- First Lutheran Schoolhas acertified staff dedicated to equipping students to attainhigh standards scholastically, socially and spiritually. The school references the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod`s Concordia Curriculum Guide. The curriculum includes: Christ Centered Worldview, Chapel, Religion, Language Arts, Science, Music, Physical Education, Phonics/Reading, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Art.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of First Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of First Lutheran School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 87%.
When is the application deadline for First Lutheran School?
The application deadline for First Lutheran School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school to First Lutheran School is Shodair Children's Hospital (0.6 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Intermountain (0.5 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Mountainside Montessori (1.8 miles away)
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Miles
Quick Facts
500 South Lamborn
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 457-4778
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 457-4778
0.5 miles
Gr: 4-8 | 16 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Shodair Children's Hospital
Alternative School
2755 Colonial Dr
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 444-7564
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 444-7564
0.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 45 students Tuition listed
Christ's Church Academy
(Church of Christ)
921 E 6th Ave
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 442-6532
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 442-6532
1.2 miles
Gr: 1-6 | 4 students
Calvary Christian School
(Christian)
1421 N Roberts St
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 443-6592
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 443-6592
1.3 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 13 students
Mountainside Montessori
Montessori School
32 S Ewing St Ste 122
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 449-3726
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 449-3726
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 54 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Shodair Children's Hospital
Alternative School
2755 Colonial Dr
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 444-7564
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 444-7564
0.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 45 students Tuition listed
St. Andrew School
(Catholic)
1900 Flowerree St.
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 449-3201
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 449-3201
1.8 miles
Gr: K-12 | 174 students Tuition listed
3384 Canyon Ferry Road
East Helena, MT 59635
(406) 442-3821
East Helena, MT 59635
(406) 442-3821
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 249 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
Last Chance Academy
(Christian)
6240 Raven Rd
Helena, MT 59602
(406) 495-9250
Helena, MT 59602
(406) 495-9250
11.6 miles
Gr: 5-11 | 8 students
Butte Central Catholic High School
(Catholic)
9 S Idaho St
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 782-6761
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 782-6761
47.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 97 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
500 South Lamborn
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 457-4778
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 457-4778
0.5 miles
Gr: 4-8 | 16 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Shodair Children's Hospital
Alternative School
2755 Colonial Dr
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 444-7564
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 444-7564
0.6 miles
Gr: K-12 | 45 students Tuition listed
Christ's Church Academy
(Church of Christ)
921 E 6th Ave
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 442-6532
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 442-6532
1.2 miles
Gr: 1-6 | 4 students
Calvary Christian School
(Christian)
1421 N Roberts St
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 443-6592
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 443-6592
1.3 miles
Gr: 1-8 | 13 students
Mountainside Montessori
Montessori School
32 S Ewing St Ste 122
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 449-3726
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 449-3726
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 54 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Mountainside Montessori
Montessori School
32 S Ewing St Ste 122
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 449-3726
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 449-3726
1.8 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 54 students
3384 Canyon Ferry Road
East Helena, MT 59635
(406) 442-3821
East Helena, MT 59635
(406) 442-3821
4.7 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 249 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 Tuition listed
Butte Central Elementary School
(Catholic)
1100 Delaware Avenue
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 782-4500
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 782-4500
47.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 255 students
Manhattan Christian School ![Manhattan Christian School Photo]( "Manhattan Christian School Photo")
(Calvinist)
8000 Churchill Rd
Manhattan, MT 59741
(406) 282-7261
Manhattan, MT 59741
(406) 282-7261
66.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 321 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 7 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
1660 Amsterdam Rd.
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 388-8876
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 388-8876
67.5 miles
Gr: PK-K | 45 students Avg. class size: 10 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2320 5th Avenue
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-1530
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-1530
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 217 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1023 Broadway
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-2060
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-2060
1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 245 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1529 Boulder
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-1200
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-1200
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 288 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
(Math: 37% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Billings Avenue
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-2200
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-2200
1.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 979 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
(Math: 45% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1025 North Rodney
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-1000
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-1000
1.5 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 701 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
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