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Mount Ellis Academy

3641 Bozeman Trail Rd Bozeman, MT 59715

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MT School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 59 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,137
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
Mount Ellis Academy Photo #1 - Mount Ellis Academy has existed in the beautiful Gallatin Valley since 1902.
Mount Ellis Academy Photo #2 - In this photo an MEA student takes advantage of the school's private ski hill which is operated throughout the winter. There are also two public ski areas nearby; Big Sky Ski Resort and Bridger Bowl.
Mount Ellis Academy Photo #3 - An MEA junior studies in math class.
Mount Ellis Academy Photo #4 - MEA kicks off the school year with an "outdoor school." The students have gone camping in the Tetons, Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Park, and have taken a canoe trip 47 miles down the Missouri River following the trail of Lewis and Clark.
Mount Ellis Academy Photo #5 - There are many fun and interesting opportunities at outdoor school (a week-long camping trip to kick off the school year). In this picture an MEA student dons a wetsuit before snorkeling.
Mount Ellis Academy Photo #6 - MEA sophomores participate in a Dog Shark dissection in Biology class.
Mount Ellis Academy Photo #7 - A Bird's Eye View of Mount Ellis Academy.
Mount Ellis Academy Photo #8 - Every other year, Mount Ellis Academy takes students on a mission trip. In this photo an MEA student monitors a patient's blood pressure during a mission trip to Peru.
Mount Ellis Academy Photo #9 - An MEA student transcribes a Greek sentence onto the whiteboard for translation.
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked MT School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 59 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $10,137
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Mount Ellis Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Montana for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
School Motto
Discover, Develop, Serve

Student Body

Total Students
59 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
20%
State avg.: 17%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
The MEA handbook outlines the rules by which students should use to dress when at school or school functions. The basic outline for the dress code is modesty.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$16,667.00 for a boarding student, $10,137 for a day student.
% on Financial Aid
32%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$4,978
Admissions Director
Juanita Starkebaum
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Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports
School Mascot
Eagles

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
BFS (Weightlifting/Fitness Program)Hiking
Rock ClimbingSnowboarding/Skiing

School Notes

  • DISCOVER the reality of their Creator
  • DEVELOP their God-given gifts
  • SERVE in His Kingdom
  • What would life be like without adventure The most exciting stories told are packed with epic experiences. So what about your story
  • Would you like to DISCOVER adventure and purpose in your life To be in an environment where the wilds of nature are part of your extended classroom To DEVELOP a relationship with the Creator of adventure and give Him your life To pursue academic excellence and SERVE in His Kingdom
  • If you desire to have these as a part of your story, I want to personally invite you to join our family. My own story is filled with adventure, and it all started right here at Mount Ellis Academy. I want that same opportunity for you. I look forward to helping you make MEA a part of your life's story, filled with adventure.
  • - Michael Lee, principal
  • Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
    • Art King, Class of '75, notable speaker and leader -
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Mount Ellis Academy cost?
Mount Ellis Academy's tuition is approximately $10,137 for private students.
What schools are Mount Ellis Academy often compared to?
Mount Ellis Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Petra Academy by visitors of our site.
Who are famous alumni from Mount Ellis Academy?
Mount Ellis Academy famous alumni include: Art King, Class of '75, notable speaker and leader.
What sports does Mount Ellis Academy offer?
Mount Ellis Academy offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball.
What is Mount Ellis Academy's ranking?
Mount Ellis Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Montana for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Mount Ellis Academy?
The application deadline for Mount Ellis Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Bozeman, MT is $10,398 for elementary schools and $12,161 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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