For the 2026 school year, there are 3 alternative private preschools serving 153 students in Montana.
The top-ranked alternative private preschool in Montana is Treasure State Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Montana private preschool average acceptance rate of 88%.
67% of alternative private preschools in Montana are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Top-Ranked Montana Alternative 草榴社区 Preschools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Treasure State Academy ![Treasure State Academy Photo]( "Treasure State Academy Photo")
Alternative School (Baptist)
100 46th Street N
Great Falls, MT 59405
(406) 727-5133
Great Falls, MT 59405
(406) 727-5133
Gr: PK-12 | 56 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
First Lutheran Classical School
Alternative School (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
2808 S Ave W
Missoula, MT 59804
(406) 549-3311
Missoula, MT 59804
(406) 549-3311
Gr: PK-9 | 42 students
Sourdough Montessori
Alternative School
4310 Sourdough Rd
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 582-1548
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 582-1548
Gr: PK-K | 55 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked alternative private preschools in Montana?
The top-ranked alternative private preschools in Montana is Treasure State Academy.
How many alternative private preschools are located in Montana?
3 alternative private preschools are located in Montana.
What percentage of alternative private preschools are religiously affiliated in Montana?
67% of alternative private preschools in Montana are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
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